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from US$34
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from US$35
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Upington
    Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cape Town to Upington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$44
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:30pm
Distance653 km
Latest bus departure6:15pm

Cape Town to Upington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Upington

  1. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Upington?

    The trip from Cape Town to Upington will take on average 13h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Upington in 13h 15m

  2. How far is Cape Town from Upington?

    It's about 667 km (414 miles) from Cape Town to Upington.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cape Town to Upington?

    Buses departing from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town will take you to Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street in Upington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Cape Town to Upington?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Upington from Cape Town; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$35, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Cape Town to Upington?

    You can expect to pay around US$44 for the bus ride from Cape Town to Upington.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Cape Town to Upington?

    Yes! If you're heading from Cape Town to Upington, you'll find buses departing until 6:15pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-30
US$33
05-31
US$34
Today
US$31
06-02
US$33
06-03
US$33
06-04
US$35
06-05
US$33
06-06
US$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Upington was searched and found on Jun 1, 2025 with a price of US$31

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 Upington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$62 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33 which is on 2025-06-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to Upington, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cape Town to Upington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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