Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:21 PM SAST.
Get from Bethlehem to Cape Town
The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bethlehem and Cape Town?
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, 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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Intercape is praised for its excellent intercity bus services in South Africa, with drivers noted for their friendliness and communication skills. However, some users have reported concerns about seat management organization and toilet maintenance issues. Additionally, there were instances of significant delays without proper communication from the company regarding these disruptions.
Intercape Mainliner Bethlehem Cape Town recent customer reviews
The bus was terribly late like 1H 45 minutes. Which led to some passengers helping themselves with alcohol because of that . No communication from the company regarding late coming and also the weather was against us and yet our bags were rained on and My grandkids are now sick
Mangaka M.
The trip was delayed for 2hoursand 30 minutes and the toilet smells was not pleasant at all
Nteboheng M.
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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town 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 Bethlehem to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bethlehem to Cape Town start from $64. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Bethlehem to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Bethlehem to Cape Town is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 1116 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bethlehem to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Bethlehem to Cape Town at 4:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Bethlehem to Cape Town generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $68To 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 $68 to $141 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 $68 which is on 2026-01-19.
