Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | 4 Spring Street | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Richmond (NC) - Caltex Garage (N1) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 4 Spring Street | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | No tags |
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Get from Richmond - NC to Cape Town
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond - NC 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 Richmond - NC to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond - NC to Cape Town start from $32. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Richmond - NC to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Richmond - NC to Cape Town is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 587 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 50m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Richmond - NC to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Atlantic.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond - NC to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond - NC to Cape Town at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond - NC to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Richmond - NC 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.
What is the best bus company from Richmond - NC 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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond - NC 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 Richmond - NC 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 Richmond - NC 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 Richmond - NC to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond - NC to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $84 for a bus ticket from Richmond - NC to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner 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.
