What is the distance between Bethlehem and Cape Town?

The distance between the two cities is 704 miles (1135 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bethlehem to Cape Town?

If you're headed to Cape Town from Bethlehem, chances are that your bus will depart from Bethlehem and arrive at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cape Town?

Once in Cape Town, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Robben Island, Bo-Kaap Museum, Two Oceans Aquarium, BOS 400 Shipwreck and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

Bus Bethlehem to Cape Town from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bethlehem to Cape Town on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Bethlehem to Cape Town on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Bethlehem to Cape Town on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Bethlehem to Cape Town on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Bethlehem to Cape Town on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 50m	10:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street	17h 35m	11:50am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:47 PM SAST.

Get from Bethlehem to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

17h 50mAverage Duration

703 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,863 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting the friendly and communicative drivers and describing the overall travel experience as enjoyable. However, there are some concerns regarding seat management and toilet maintenance, as well as an unexpected stop in Ficksburg without explanation.

Intercape Mainliner Bethlehem Cape Town recent customer reviews

I enjoy the traveling with them the drivers are very sweet and have a good way of talking with people I enjoyed everything

Jessica L.

October 21, 2025

Service was good but it was a bumpy ride I didn't enjoy it at all and it just felt unsafe

Dingane N.

May 28, 2025

The bus was amazing. But the only thing I am concerned about is the toilets they couldn't flush so all the urine seemed to be floating on top. Nonetheless I enjoyed my ride ❤️

Faith M.

July 21, 2023

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Bethlehem and Cape Town?

Stops in Bethlehem

A - Bethlehem

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

B - Bus Station - Civic Centre

C - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

D - Civic Centre

E - Bellville

F - Bellville - Oakdale

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town by bus

What is the distance between Bethlehem and Cape Town?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cape Town?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$36

11/17

$35

Today

$35

11/19

$35

11/20

$36

11/21

$38

11/22

$40

11/23

$36

The cheapest trip from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $48 for a bus ticket from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-19.