Bus from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadCheapestFastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:58 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
15h 5mAverage duration
478 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort

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 Fort Beaufort?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort start from £23. The average price for this route is around £34. 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 Fort Beaufort?

    The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 478 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h and is operated by Badela.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, 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 Fort Beaufort?

    The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort at 13:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

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

    A bus journey from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort 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 Fort Beaufort?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

    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 Fort Beaufort?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
27/11
£37
28/11
£40
Today
£59
30/11
£40
01/12
£29
02/12
£28
03/12
£28
04/12
£29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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 Fort Beaufort as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £28 to £70 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Fort Beaufort based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-02.

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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