How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Richmond - NC start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 1 020. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Richmond - NC is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 570 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Richmond - NC route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , Atlantic , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Richmond - NC at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

A bus trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

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 44695 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cape Town to Richmond - NC from R 488 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cape Town to Richmond - NC on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	9h 5m	02:35	Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	7h 50m	01:20	4 Spring Street	No tags
Bus	18:00	Long Distance Bus Facility	8h	02:00	Richmond Caltex Star Stop Karoo, N1	No tags
Bus	18:15	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	8h 20m	02:35	Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1)	No tags
Bus	18:35	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	7h 25m	02:00	Richmond Caltex Star Stop Karoo, N1	No tags

Get from Cape Town to Richmond - NC

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 357, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

8h 10mAverage duration

570 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 072 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45072 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 581

Intercape Budgetliner Express Cape Town Richmond - NC recent customer reviews

The bus stuck and we had to wait in the hot sun. It arrived more than 2 hours later than the expected time of arrival

Edith M.

11 January 2024

Very comfortable, Driver was very accommodating and friendly

Malcom T.

21 November 2025

It was great

Maria S.

20 December 2023

Eagle Liner

3/510 794 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10794 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 357

Eagle Liner Cape Town Richmond - NC recent customer reviews

I enjoyed

Thiena M.

7 November 2025

Very late

Sindiswa T.

2 March 2023

Atlantic

1/56 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi0

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 300 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53 285 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Richmond - NC by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Richmond - NC start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 1 020. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Richmond - NC is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 570 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Richmond - NC route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Atlantic, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Richmond - NC at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Richmond - NC?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

28/12

R 430

29/12

R 409

Today

R 658

31/12

R 657

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Richmond - NC was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 409

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 Richmond - NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 409 to R 1 322 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Richmond - NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 657, which is on 2025-12-31.

Usually 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.