Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | LILONGWE | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | PHILIPPI | LILONGWE | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | cape Town Capricorn 16 berg st | LILONGWE | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:07 PM SAST.
Get from Cape Town to Lilongwe
The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $224, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Lilongwe?
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
Stops in Lilongwe
- A
Lilongwe
Total Garage opposite Lilongwe Hotel, M1, Lilongwe, Malawi
Compare bus companies
Based on 288 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Jobela Star ticket prices on this trip start at $224
JOBELASTAR Cape Town Lilongwe recent customer reviews
Very bad service...Bus kept breaking down and we waited for hours... Won't use them again.
Ashraf A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Lilongwe 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 Lilongwe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Lilongwe start from $224. The average price for this route is around $226. 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 Lilongwe?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Lilongwe is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 2703 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Lilongwe 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 Cape Town to Lilongwe?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Lilongwe at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe generates an estimated 68 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 Cape Town to Lilongwe was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $325To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Lilongwe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $325 to $463 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Lilongwe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $325 which is on 2025-12-06.
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