Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 15:15 SAST.
Get from Upington to Cape Town
The journey takes about 13 hours, and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Upington and Cape Town?
Stops in Upington
- A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa - B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Upington 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 Upington to Cape Town?
The cheapest coach tickets from Upington to Cape Town start from £35. The average price for this route is around £38. 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 Upington to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Upington to Cape Town is 13h, covering a distance of 406 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h and is operated by FF Gertse.
Which bus companies service the Upington to Cape Town route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Upington to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Upington to Cape Town at 19:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Upington to Cape Town?
A bus journey from Upington to Cape Town produces an estimated 16 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 Upington 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 45773 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Upington 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 Upington 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 Upington 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.
The cheapest trip from Upington to Cape Town was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of £27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Upington to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £27 to £63 for a bus ticket from Upington to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2026-02-04.
