How far is Cape Town from Bulawayo by coach?

The distance between Bulawayo and Cape Town by coach is approximately 1136 miles (1833 km).

What is the best way to go from Bulawayo to Cape Town without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Bulawayo to Cape Town from £55 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bulawayo to Cape Town on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:00	BULAWAYO - FIFE STREET, BULAWAYO	1d 21h	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:00	BULAWAYO - FIFE STREET, BULAWAYO	1d 21h	13:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags

Next departures from Bulawayo to Cape Town on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	BULAWAYO - FIFE STREET, BULAWAYO	1d 21h	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	13:30	Bulawayo	20h 30m	10:00	Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive	Fastest
Bus	16:00	BULAWAYO - FIFE STREET, BULAWAYO	1d 21h	13:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags

Next departures from Bulawayo to Cape Town on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:00	BULAWAYO - FIFE STREET, BULAWAYO	1d 21h	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:00	BULAWAYO - FIFE STREET, BULAWAYO	1d 21h	13:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:20 CAT.

Get from Bulawayo to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours, and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 21hAverage duration

1135 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bulawayo and Cape Town?

Stops in Bulawayo

A
114 Joshua M Nkomo Street, Bulawayo
114 Joshua M Nkomo Street, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
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Stops in Cape Town

A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
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B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bulawayo to Cape Town

How far is Cape Town from Bulawayo by coach?
The distance between Bulawayo and Cape Town by coach is approximately 1136 miles (1833 km).
What is the best way to go from Bulawayo to Cape Town without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£56

26/11

£56

Today

£56

28/11

£56

29/11

£55

30/11

£55

01/12

£91

02/12

£91

The cheapest trip from Bulawayo to Cape Town was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £55

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bulawayo to Cape Town as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £55 to £91 for a bus ticket from Bulawayo to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £55, which is on 2025-11-29.