How much is the bus ticket from Uitenhage to Cape Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Uitenhage to Cape Town start from $39. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Uitenhage to Cape Town?

The average bus travel time from Uitenhage to Cape Town is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 635 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Uitenhage to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercape , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , APM WC .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Uitenhage to Cape Town?

The earliest bus departs from Uitenhage to Cape Town at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Uitenhage to Cape Town?

A bus trip from Uitenhage to Cape Town generates an estimated 15.864400000000002 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 Uitenhage to Cape Town?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3439 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage 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.

Bus Uitenhage to Cape Town from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Uitenhage to Cape Town on May 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:40pm	Engen Garage - Durbanweg 41	9h 45m	7:25am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 40m	6:30am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Engen Garage - Durbanweg 41	10h 35m	8:15am	Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 40m	6:30am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 40m	6:30am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:10 PM SAST.

Get from Uitenhage to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

11h 30mAverage Duration

635 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Uitenhage and Cape Town?

Stops in Uitenhage

A
Uitenhage - Total Garage
Total Garage, Total Cannon Hill, 62 Caledon Street

Stops in Cape Town

A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
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B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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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

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,439 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wi‑Fi1.5

Users have highlighted the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, noting that drivers were informative and respectful. The service was generally punctual, with some users appreciating updates about delays. However, there were mentions of discomfort due to non-reclining seats and issues like a strong odor from an improperly closing toilet door.

Big Sky Uitenhage Cape Town recent customer reviews

The drivers where so help full but what i did not like the seats were not comfortable enough

Yolisa N.

January 9, 2026

Definitely improved service, being updated about the delays made it so much easier for check in time and the staff was friendly.

Akhona L.

November 15, 2025

My bus was suppose to leave at 7:10. Got a message at 6am to say bus will be late by 1h. Phoned helpdesk and was advisex that the bus will be there around 8:30. We only left at 10:30. That os a whole 3 hours late. So we had to be out in the cold for nothing.

Elsabe N.

June 6, 2025

Intercape

3.5/545,784 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.2

According to user feedback, Intercape offers a comfortable and pleasant travel experience with professional and responsible drivers who are attentive to passengers' needs. The buses are noted for being punctual, spacious, clean, and well-maintained. However, some users have reported issues with unpleasant odors in the restrooms that could be addressed for an even better journey.

Intercape Budgetliner Uitenhage Cape Town recent customer reviews

It was my first experience with intercape all i can say is it was bad my bus from uitehage was for 21:10 and the bus came 23:00 I was standing alone the offices were closed my life was in danger because I was standing on the street in dark alone as a woman in SA we all know it’s risky I asked a security from sassa to let me in so that I can wait there even though I felt uncomfortable because we all know GBV is a crisis in our country but I must applaud the security from sassa who was on shift for making sure Im safe

Bukiwe N.

December 25, 2025

I enjoyed absolutely NOTHING- 2 hours late and overbooked by 9 people - complete shambles

Matthew T.

May 8, 2024

The bus came on time,there was enough space to sit( it was not overcrowded),the bus company provided plastics for waste disposal, halfway through to cape town somebody came to collect the rubbish.

Mzukisi C.

May 15, 2023

Eagle Liner

2.7/511,169 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi0.8

The reviews highlight the friendly staff, which is appreciated by travelers. However, there are concerns about bus comfort and punctuality. Some users mentioned that seating was cramped and uncomfortable, while others noted issues with time management as buses arrived later than expected.

Eagle Liner Uitenhage Cape Town recent customer reviews

I enjoyed nothing because the bus was never on time and I had to miss all of my classes as a student today

Candice O.

April 7, 2025

Friendly staff, but bus was abit cramped & very full my seating was very uncomfortable.

Dorian Leigh W.

January 21, 2025

No need to say anything further. First time trying this bus out. Never again. Check the other comments on it.

Ebrahim D.

January 7, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3.1/512,045 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi1.2

Users have reported that while the bus drivers were friendly and efficient, there were significant delays in departure times. Many experienced cold conditions during their journey due to air conditioning issues. Despite these challenges, some users appreciated arriving at their destination earlier than expected on certain occasions.

Intercity Xpress Uitenhage Cape Town recent customer reviews

The toilet had smell and the air conditioner was turned on the whole night and the bus was very very late

Myolisi M.

October 21, 2025

Our arrival in Cape Town, was an earlier. That was enjoyable. Upon arrival at Uitehage, it was 2 hours late. Drivers did not apologize about the bus delay, non whatsoever...

Sandiso T.

October 15, 2025

It was the worst trip ever. It was 2 hours late from fetching us. The guys that were loading our bags on the bus were aggressive with them and ended up breaking my suitcase. They were rude and careless with our things, we felt so disrespected that we will never ever use your buses ever again.

Lisakhanya M.

June 8, 2025

APM WC

2.1/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wi‑Fi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $32

APMWC Uitenhage Cape Town recent customer reviews

I am very disappointed in the bus service, I was waiting 2 hours for the bus to arrive.

Abdur Rageem I.

January 3, 2025

ZA bus companies:Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Uitenhage to Cape Town start from $39. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Uitenhage to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Uitenhage to Cape Town is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 635 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Uitenhage to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Uitenhage to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Uitenhage to Cape Town at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Uitenhage to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Uitenhage to Cape Town generates an estimated 15.864400000000002 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 Uitenhage to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3439 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage 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.

Best price found

05-16

$45

05-17

$48

Today

$49

05-19

$46

05-20

$49

05-21

$46

05-22

$46

05-23

$49

The cheapest trip from Uitenhage to Cape Town was searched and found on May 16, 2026 with a price of $45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Uitenhage to Cape Town, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $45 to $65 for a bus ticket from Uitenhage to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-05-21.

Usually Big Sky 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.