How much is the bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town?

The cheapest coach tickets from Matatiele to Cape Town start from £29. The average price for this route is around £37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Matatiele to Cape Town?

The average bus journey time from Matatiele to Cape Town is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 654 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h and is operated by Makalala Transport .

Which bus companies service the Matatiele to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Makalala Transport , Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Matatiele to Cape Town?

The earliest bus departs from Matatiele to Cape Town at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 13:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Matatiele to Cape Town?

A bus journey from Matatiele to Cape Town produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Matatiele to Cape Town?

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.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Matatiele to Cape Town?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Matatiele to Cape Town?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Matatiele to Cape Town?

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.

Bus Matatiele to Cape Town from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Matatiele to Cape Town on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags

Next departures from Matatiele to Cape Town on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags

Next departures from Matatiele to Cape Town on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags

Next departures from Matatiele to Cape Town on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	20h 45m	06:00	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags
Bus	09:15	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	21h 30m	06:45	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	No tags

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Get from Matatiele to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

20h 45mAverage duration

654 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Makalala Transport

3/5225 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi1.2

Intercape

3.5/544,131 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the friendly and kind nature of the drivers and staff. The bus service is noted for its punctuality, with several reviews mentioning that buses arrived on time. Passengers appreciated the comfortable journey overall, although some expressed a desire for more frequent refreshment stops during trips.

Intercape Mainliner Matatiele Cape Town recent customer reviews

The trip was great and also the drivers are very friendly I don't have any complaints, as they update us with everything that is happening, I enjoyed the most

Tiang Pheello N.

10 November 2025

I like everything Our drivers was very friendly and your transport is convenient

Mosito T.

18 October 2025

Hi the journey was good even though they don't stop in most garage for refreshment and they don't keep the time for arrival and for departure otherwise their driving is good and they are friendly

Phelisa M.

8 October 2025

APM WC

2/52,759 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town?
The cheapest coach tickets from Matatiele to Cape Town start from £29. The average price for this route is around £37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Matatiele to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Matatiele to Cape Town is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 654 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h and is operated by Makalala Transport.
Which bus companies service the Matatiele to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Makalala Transport, Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Matatiele to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Matatiele to Cape Town at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 13:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Matatiele to Cape Town?
A bus journey from Matatiele to Cape Town produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Matatiele to Cape Town?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Matatiele to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Matatiele to Cape Town?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Matatiele to Cape Town?
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

27/11

£45

28/11

£41

Today

£61

30/11

£45

01/12

£40

02/12

£38

03/12

£38

04/12

£38

The cheapest trip from Matatiele to Cape Town was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £61 for a bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-03.