Bus from Cape Town to Lilongwe: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Lilongwe on 10 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Jobela StarBus
    		Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    		LILONGWECheapest
    Jobela StarBus
      		PHILIPPI
      		LILONGWEFastest
      Jobela StarBus
        		cape Town Capricorn 16 berg st
        		LILONGWENo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 4:29 PM SAST.

        Get from Cape Town to Lilongwe

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 735, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        3bus per day
        2d 14hAverage duration
        2703 kmDistance
        68kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Lilongwe start at R 2 735. The average price for this route is around R 3 034. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Lilongwe?

          The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Lilongwe is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 2703 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Jobela Star.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Lilongwe at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 07:00.

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

          A bus trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe produces an estimated 68 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

        Best price found
        06/01
        R 2 709
        07/01
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        Today
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        09/01
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        10/01
        R 3 025
        11/01
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        12/01
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        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 709

        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 Lilongwe as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from R 2 709 to R 3 025 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Lilongwe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 025, which is on 2026-01-10.

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