Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | REVIERSONDEREND - SHELL ULTRA CITY, 33 N2, REVIERSONDEREND | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | REVIERSONDEREND - SHELL ULTRA CITY, 33 N2, REVIERSONDEREND | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | CAPE TOWN | RIVIERSONDEREND | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Shell Ultra City, N2 | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Riviersonderend
The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Riviersonderend?
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 Riviersonderend
- A
Riviersonderend - Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street
Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street, Riviersonderend, 7250, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Riviersonderend 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 Riviersonderend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Riviersonderend start from $27. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Riviersonderend?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Riviersonderend is 3h, covering a distance of 141 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Riviersonderend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Milta Coaches, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Riviersonderend at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Riviersonderend generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Riviersonderend was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Riviersonderend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $136 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Riviersonderend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Williams Coaches will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
