Bus from Cape Town to Polokwane: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Polokwane on December 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Sleepliner + Timboon Coaches
Bus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Shell Ultra City N1, PolokwaneCheapest
    Intercape Sleepliner + Intercape Mainliner
    Bus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki StreetFastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki StreetNo tags
    Intercape Sleepliner + Timboon Coaches
    Bus
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Shell Ultra City N1, PolokwaneNo tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki StreetNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:11 PM SAST.

      Get from Cape Town to Polokwane

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1bus per day
      21h 30mAverage Duration
      1534 kmDistance
      38kgCO₂ emissions

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

        The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Polokwane start from $140. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Polokwane?

        The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Polokwane is 21h 30m, covering a distance of 1534 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 30m and is operated by Nabil Transport.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Polokwane 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 Polokwane?

        The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Polokwane at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

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

        A bus trip from Cape Town to Polokwane generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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