Bus from Cape Town to Kakamas: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Kakamas on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Kalahari Gateway Hotel, VoortrekkerCheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Kalahari Gateway Hotel, VoortrekkerFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:34 AM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Kakamas

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 45mAverage Duration
610 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Kakamas 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 Kakamas?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kakamas start from $61. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Kakamas?

    The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Kakamas is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 610 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Intercape.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Kakamas?

    The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kakamas at 5:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Cape Town to Kakamas generates an estimated 15 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.

Best price found
11-25
$89
11-26
$90
Today
$103
11-28
$121
11-29
$123
11-30
$122
12-01
$85
12-02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Kakamas was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $85

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 Kakamas, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $85 to $136 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kakamas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-01.

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