How far is Aliwal North from Cape Town by coach?

The distance between Cape Town and Aliwal North by coach is approximately 533 miles (859 km).

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

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Cape Town to Aliwal North from £42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Aliwal North on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Aliwal North on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Aliwal North on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Aliwal North on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Cheapest
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Fastest
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Aliwal North on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Cheapest
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Fastest
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Aliwal North on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Cheapest
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Fastest
Bus	19:45	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	19h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	20h 20m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 14:19 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

19h 35mAverage duration

520 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Aliwal North?

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 - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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C
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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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

Stops in Aliwal North

A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,035 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Makalala Transport

3/5224 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi1.2

Intercape

3.5/543,981 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43981 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £33

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Aliwal North recent customer reviews

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28 August 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Aliwal North

How far is Aliwal North from Cape Town by coach?
The distance between Cape Town and Aliwal North by coach is approximately 533 miles (859 km).
What is the best way to go from Cape Town to Aliwal North without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. 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

22/11

£42

23/11

£43

Today

£43

25/11

£43

26/11

£50

27/11

£48

28/11

£43

29/11

£42

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Aliwal North was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £42

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 Aliwal North as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £42 to £51 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-11-29.