Bus from Paarl to Cape Town: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paarl to Cape Town on 2 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Cape Town, 1 Old Marine DriveCheapest
Eagle LinerBus
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.Fastest
BadelaBus
    PAARL
    CAPE TOWNNo tags
    Wez We CoachesBus
      Paarl - Shell Garage, Jan Van Riebeeck Dr.
      Cape TownNo tags
      FF GertseBus
        Paarl - Shell Garage, Jan Van Riebeeck Dr.
        1 Old Marine Dr., ForshoreNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:43 PM SAST.

        Get from Paarl to Cape Town

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just R 249, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        42bus per day
        1hAverage duration
        53 kmDistance
        1kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl 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.

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Cape Town start at R 249. The average price for this route is around R 446. 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 Paarl to Cape Town?

          The average bus journey time from Paarl to Cape Town is 1h, covering a distance of 53 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10m and is operated by Atlantic.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Atlantic, Flexi City Connect, Gxaweni, Badela, ilulaBus, Jacobs Coaches, Jobela Star, Nobles, Wez We Coaches, FF Gertse, Ramalo, Intercape, Big Sky, Chilwans Express.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Cape Town at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 13:25.

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

          A bus trip from Paarl to Cape Town produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        6. What is the best bus company from Paarl to Cape Town?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badela, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 262 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Cape Town?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Paarl 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.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paarl to Cape Town?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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        R 221
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paarl to Cape Town was searched and found on 01 Jan 2026 with a price of R 221

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paarl to Cape Town as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from R 221 to R 1 430 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Cape Town based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 292, which is on 2026-01-04.

        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.

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