How far is Kathu from Cape Town by coach?

The journey from Cape Town to Kathu by coach covers an approximate distance of 510 miles (823 km).

What is the best way to go from Cape Town to Kathu without flying?

To travel from Cape Town to Kathu without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Cape Town to Kathu from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Kathu on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Cheapest
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Fastest
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Kathu on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Cheapest
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Fastest
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Kathu on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Cheapest
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Fastest
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Kathu on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Cheapest
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	Fastest
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags
18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	16h 35m	10:50	Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 21:58 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Kathu

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 35mAverage duration

502 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,640 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Intercape is appreciated for its overall service, as noted by several users. However, there are common concerns about the comfort of seating during long journeys and rest stops not being ideal. Additionally, some travelers mentioned discomfort due to limited personal space and occasional delays in bus schedules.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Kathu recent customer reviews

Love the service but very uncomfortable sitting next to someone that's in my space and the person that sat in front moved her seat everytime on my legs. So it was a very uncomfortable 17hour ride

Melissa W.

11 October 2024

Always nice to drive whit them rest stops are bad not nice places and on 17h plus drive sleepliner would be nice

Gavin B.

11 October 2023

The heater in the bus did not work and we traveled at night so it was freezing cold. The entertainment system (tv) didn't work and the seats were uncomfortable

Raymond G.

25 June 2023

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Kathu?

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

B - Bus Station - Civic Centre

C - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

D - Civic Centre

E - Bellville

F - Bellville - Oakdale

Stops in Kathu

A - Kathu Shell Kathu

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Kathu

How far is Kathu from Cape Town by coach?
The journey from Cape Town to Kathu by coach covers an approximate distance of 510 miles (823 km).
What is the best way to go from Cape Town to Kathu without flying?
To travel from Cape Town to Kathu without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/11

£28

08/11

£32

Today

£37

10/11

£58

11/11

£28

12/11

£28

13/11

£29

14/11

£29

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Kathu was searched and found on 7 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £67 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-11.

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