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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Richmond (Garage) | Cape Town Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Richmond (Garage) | Cape Town Station | No tags |
Get from Richmond to Cape Town
The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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A good way to travel this route is with Freeway Coaches buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at $72 and the shortest trip taking about 520. Freeway Coaches gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, Northern Cape, 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 Richmond to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Cape Town start from $72. 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 Richmond to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Cape Town is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 588 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Freeway Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Cape Town at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 4:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Richmond 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 Richmond, Northern Cape, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, Northern Cape, ZA to Cape Town, as early as possible.
