Bus from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Adelaide on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flexi City ConnectBus
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)Fastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:15 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Adelaide

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
11h 50mAverage duration
461 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Adelaide start from £26. The average price for this route is around £39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Adelaide is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 461 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Badela.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Adelaide route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Badela, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Adelaide at 18:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    A bus journey from Cape Town to Adelaide produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Adelaide?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/11
£30
27/11
£41
Today
£41
29/11
£30
30/11
£41
01/12
£35
02/12
£30
03/12
£35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £30

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

You can expect to pay from £30 to £65 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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