Bus from Cape Town to Harrismith: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Harrismith on December 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Fastest
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:54 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Harrismith

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
18h 45mAverage Duration
741 milesDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Harrismith by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Harrismith start from $55. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Harrismith?

    The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Harrismith is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 741 miles (1196 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 15m and is operated by Intercape.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Harrismith at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cape Town to Harrismith generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12/23
$97
12/24
$99
Today
$86
12/26
$70
12/27
$61
12/28
$61
12/29
$55
12/30
$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Harrismith was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $54

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 Harrismith, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $110 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-30.

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