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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Thornham
The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Thornham by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Thornham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Thornham start from $27. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Thornham?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Thornham is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 315 miles (508 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Thornham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Thornham?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Thornham at 5:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Thornham?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Thornham generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Thornham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 11822 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Thornham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to Thornham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Thornham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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 Cape Town to Thornham was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Thornham, as early as possible.
