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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Riversdale on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    RIVERSDAL - NISSAN GARAGE (NEXT TO TOTAL TAKEAWAYS)Cheapest
    Intercity XpressBus
    Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
    Riversdale - Pit Stop N2, Riversdale, 6670Fastest
    Williams CoachesBus
    CAPE TOWN
    RIVERSDALENo tags
    Big SkyBus
      Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
      Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
      Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 20:59 SAST.

      Get from Cape Town to Riversdale

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      28bus per day
      4h 50mAverage duration
      149 milesDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Riversdale, 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 Riversdale?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Riversdale start from £15. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Riversdale?

        The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Riversdale is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 149 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Milta Coaches, Williams Coaches.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Riversdale at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.

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

        A bus journey from Cape Town to Riversdale produces an estimated 6 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 Riversdale?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.

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

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

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

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
      £15
      27/11
      £25
      Today
      £28
      29/11
      £25
      30/11
      £17
      01/12
      £21
      02/12
      £23
      03/12
      No data
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Riversdale, ZA was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £15

      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 Riversdale, ZA as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £15 to £84 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Riversdale, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-30.

      Usually Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa 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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