Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | HEIDELBERG | CAPE TOWN | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665 | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:54 AM SAST.
Get from Heidelberg to Cape Town
The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Cape Town?
Stops in Heidelberg
- A
Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street
Engen Garage, 1 Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665, South Africa
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town 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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Cape Town start from $31. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Heidelberg to Cape Town is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Williams Coaches, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Cape Town at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Heidelberg to Cape Town generates an estimated 5 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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
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 588 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
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 Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $86 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-01-27.
Usually Intercape, 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.
