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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | CATHACART (JACOBSCOACHES) | Bus Station - Civic Centre | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:42 AM SAST.
Get from Cathcart to Cape Town
The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 345, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cathcart and Cape Town?
Stops in Cathcart
- A
Cathcart - Police Station, Carnavon Road
Police Station, Carnavon Road, Cathcart, 5310, South Africa
Stops in Cape Town
- A1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, 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 from Cathcart to Cape Town 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 Cathcart to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cathcart to Cape Town start at R 345. The average price for this route is around R 418. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cathcart to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Cathcart to Cape Town is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 832 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 15m and is operated by ilulaBus.
Which bus companies service the Cathcart to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from ilulaBus, APM WC, Jacobs Coaches, Makalala Transport, Wez We Coaches, Intercape, Big Sky, Chilwans Express, FF Gertse.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cathcart to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Cathcart to Cape Town at 18:05. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cathcart to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Cathcart to Cape Town produces an estimated 21 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 Cathcart 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 44567 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cathcart to Cape Town?
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 Cathcart to Cape Town?
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 Cathcart to Cape Town?
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.
The cheapest trip from Cathcart to Cape Town was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 314To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cathcart to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 314 to R 1 241 for a bus ticket from Cathcart to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 314, which is on 2025-12-31.
Usually Jacobs Coaches 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.
