Bus from Cape Town to Tsolo: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Tsolo on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Kwa TsoloCheapest
Big SkyBus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtFastest
    Big SkyBus
      Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
      Tsolo - Next to Magristrate CourtNo tags
      Intercity XpressBus
      Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
      Kwa TsoloNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:02 PM SAST.

      Get from Cape Town to Tsolo

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      9bus per day
      18h 55mAverage Duration
      1010 kmDistance
      25kgCO₂ emissions

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

        The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Tsolo start from $33. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Tsolo?

        The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Tsolo is 18h 55m, covering a distance of 1010 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Big Sky.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Flexi City Connect.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Tsolo at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

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

        A bus trip from Cape Town to Tsolo generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Tsolo?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Tsolo?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Tsolo?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Tsolo?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

      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
      $80
      11-26
      $86
      Today
      $69
      11-28
      $110
      11-29
      $97
      11-30
      $97
      12-01
      $61
      12-02
      $61
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Tsolo was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $61

      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 Tsolo, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $61 to $168 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Tsolo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-01.

      Usually Big Sky 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.

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