Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Ficksburg - Sasol Garage, 1 Industrial Road (Johnnys Filling Station) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Ficksburg - Sasol Garage, 1 Industrial Road (Johnnys Filling Station) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:30 SAST.
Get from Cape Town to Ficksburg
The journey takes about 15 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Ficksburg?
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
Stops in Ficksburg
- A
Ficksburg
1 Industrial Rd, Ficksburg, Sasol Garage
Compare bus companies
Based on 44212 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £41
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Ficksburg recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the temperature in the bus & nice service from drivers,intercape is never on time delayed 3hours to my destination very disappointed ☹️ because I had an interview which I couldn't attend
Nthatisi T.
It was somehow ddisturbing. We don't know exactly what the issue was with the driver, we seem to have a near accident 3 times until myself and some other went to speak with them.
John B.
Everything was perfect
Tankiso M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Ficksburg
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Ficksburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Ficksburg start from £41. The average price for this route is around £51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Ficksburg?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Ficksburg is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 646 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Ficksburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Ficksburg?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Ficksburg at 17:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Ficksburg?
A bus journey from Cape Town to Ficksburg produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 Cape Town to Ficksburg was searched and found on 2 Dec 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 Cape Town to Ficksburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £62 to £98 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Ficksburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £65, which is on 2025-12-04.
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