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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
Get from Jamestown to Cape Town
The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Jamestown and Cape Town?
Stops in Jamestown
- A
Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6)
Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6), Jamestown, 9742, 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 Jamestown, 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 Jamestown to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jamestown to Cape Town start from $67. The average price for this route is around $72. 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 Jamestown to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Jamestown to Cape Town is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 845 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Jamestown to Cape Town route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jamestown to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Jamestown to Cape Town at 12:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jamestown to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Jamestown to Cape Town generates an estimated 21 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 Jamestown to Cape Town?
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 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jamestown to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Jamestown to Cape Town?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jamestown to Cape Town?
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.
The cheapest trip from Jamestown, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Jamestown, ZA to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $81 for a bus ticket from Jamestown, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-10.
