Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive | REVIERSONDEREND - SHELL ULTRA CITY, 33 N2, REVIERSONDEREND | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | REVIERSONDEREND - SHELL ULTRA CITY, 33 N2, REVIERSONDEREND | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | CAPE TOWN | RIVIERSONDEREND | No tags |
Get from Cape Town to Riviersonderend
The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just R 339, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Riviersonderend?
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
Stops in Riviersonderend
- A
Riviersonderend - Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street
Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street, Riviersonderend, 7250, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Riviersonderend 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 Riviersonderend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Riviersonderend start at R 339. The average price for this route is around R 445. 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 Riviersonderend?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Riviersonderend is 3h, covering a distance of 140 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Riviersonderend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Williams Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Milta Coaches, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Riviersonderend at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Riviersonderend produces an estimated 3 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 Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 588 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Riviersonderend was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 315To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Riviersonderend as early as possible.
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