Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kalahari Gateway Hotel, Voortrekker | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Kalahari Gateway Hotel, Voortrekker | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Kalahari Gateway Hotel, Voortrekker | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kalahari Gateway Hotel, Voortrekker | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kalahari Gateway Hotel, Voortrekker | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:54 PM SAST.
Get from Kakamas to Cape Town
The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kakamas and Cape Town?
Stops in Kakamas
- A
Kalahari Gateway Hotel, Voortrekker
Kalahari Gateway Hotel, , 19 Voortrekker Way, Kakamas, 8870, 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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The customers had a great trip with friendly and very competent drivers. They mentioned good driving, communication, and bus condition. However, some users complained about limited legroom for taller individuals at 1.88m tall.
Intercape Mainliner Kakamas Cape Town recent customer reviews
All was good. Driving was good, communication was good. The bus was in a good condition. My only gripe was leg room, I am 1.88m tall.
Jonathan L.
Great trip. Friendly, helpful and VERY competent Driver.
Diane W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kakamas 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 Kakamas to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kakamas to Cape Town start from $55. The average price for this route is around $62. 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 Kakamas to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Kakamas to Cape Town is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 600 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Kakamas to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kakamas to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Kakamas to Cape Town at 9:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kakamas to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Kakamas to Cape Town generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kakamas to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kakamas to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $87 for a bus ticket from Kakamas to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-30.
