Find coaches from Cape Town to Carletonville

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Carletonville on 20 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Carletonville (Engen Fochville, N12 Hwy)Cheapest
    Intercity XpressBus
    Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
    Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)Fastest
    Intercape SleeplinerBus
      Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
      Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags
      GreyhoundBus
      Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
      Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags
      Intercity XpressBus
      Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
      Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:26 PM SAST.

      Get from Cape Town to Carletonville

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 18 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 433, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      13bus per day
      18h 25mAverage duration
      1187 kmDistance
      30kgCO₂ emissions

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

      1. How much does a bus ticket from Cape Town to Carletonville cost?

        The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Carletonville starts at R 433. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Carletonville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

      2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Carletonville?

        The average travel time between Cape Town and Carletonville is around 18h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1206 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cape Town and Carletonville?

        The number of buses from Cape Town to Carletonville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Carletonville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Cape Town to Carletonville?

        When taking the bus from Cape Town to Carletonville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa.

      5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Carletonville?

        Buses travelling between Cape Town and Carletonville leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. or Bus Station - Civic Centre and arrive at Carletonville, Total Garage, Caltex Garage.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      17/11
      R 625
      18/11
      R 454
      Today
      R 452
      20/11
      R 452
      21/11
      R 456
      22/11
      R 452
      23/11
      R 592
      24/11
      R 451
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Carletonville was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of R 451

      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 Carletonville as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from R 451 to R 1 314 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 451, which is on 2025-11-24.

      Usually Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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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