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

The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Tsomo start from NZ$54. The average price for this route is around NZ$78. 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 Tsomo?

The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Tsomo is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 557 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 5m and is operated by Jobela Star .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Tsomo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Makalala Transport , Jobela Star , Intercape , APM WC , Badela , Mavumisa Transport .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Tsomo?

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Tsomo at 16:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:40.

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

A bus journey from Cape Town to Tsomo produces an estimated 22.450325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Tsomo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45780 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Tsomo?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Tsomo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Tsomo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cape Town to Tsomo from NZ$53 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Tsomo on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 30m	08:00	Tsomo - Main Road, Tsomo	Cheapest
Bus	18:45	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	12h	06:45	TSOMO	Fastest
Bus	18:15	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h 25m	08:40	Tsomo - Bus rank	No tags
Bus	19:00	CAPE TOWN	13h	08:00	TSOMO	No tags
Bus	19:00	CAPE TOWN	12h 45m	07:45	TSOMO	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:10 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Tsomo

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

13h 50mAverage duration

557 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Makalala Transport

2.9/5238 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi1.2

Based on 238 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at NZ$63

MAKALALATRANSPORT Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews

The bus itselft was fine. What was not is my ticket printing 6:30 pm when the bus leaves at 6pm sharp, quite an inconvenience. Please look at that glitche.

Snetemba M.

2 June 2025

I was satusfied at all because they dont carw about tgeir passengers and not eve give suitable comfort zone in theri busesi will never evee use th8s bus in my life there s no respect

Oralia J.

15 April 2025

The bus was suppose to leave at 17:30 but instead it left at 22:00 without any explanation from the driver why ,then from Queenstown we were taken from Makalala bus to Apm because the bus was not going to Tsomo it was going to Mtata while Makalala made a promise that they will take me home not in a town and I was left in the rain while makalala was suppose to take home since he said he will take me home when Apm leaves me at Tsomo town then they took one person from Tsojana and left me there

Ntembo D.

10 December 2023

Jobela Star

2.6/5303 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness2.8

Wi‑Fi0.7

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, customers complain about the bus being freezing cold and not receiving assistance for this issue. Despite these negative experiences, it's important to note that there were no mentions of problems related to the pandemic in any of the reviews provided.

Jobela Star Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews

The bus broke down on the road, we had to wait for another bus, the current bus is on and off. We still haven’t reached our destinations.

Albert N.

19 December 2025

Worst experience I ever had. The bus was freezing cold and constantly asking for assistance with that with no assistance being given. Been told that it is like that and there’s nothing they can do about it. Apparently it was too warm on top as it was a double deck bus, while us who were downstairs were freezing cold

Khokhelwa M.

3 July 2023

Extremely bad service I received bus was extremely late with 3 hrs after about 400kl we were changing to another bus what an inconvenience Will never recommend jobela bus

Nokuthula Judith J.

28 June 2023

Intercape

3.5/545,780 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.2

Users have highlighted the professionalism of the drivers and their attentiveness to passengers' needs, which is greatly appreciated. However, there are concerns regarding limited restroom breaks and issues with air conditioning and heating systems. Additionally, some users experienced difficulties in retrieving lost items due to unresponsive customer service calls.

Intercape Budgetliner Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews

Everything was on point. Mr Rhacula is doing a very good in people, he made sure everything is on point even for old people.

Siphokazi B.

7 October 2024

The driver was professionally trained

Malusi S.

23 September 2025

Not good because no bathroom and it only gives 15 minutes for refreshing

Tamsanq N.

2 January 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 NZ$54

APMWC Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews

Helpfully drivers and their respect.

Ntombikayise M.

21 September 2024

nothing I enjoyed, service was Very bad

Nolukhanyo G.

29 April 2024

Badela

3.5/5278 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.0

Based on 278 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at NZ$69

BADELA Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews

It was nice 👌

Siboleke L.

24 September 2024

Good but i have a complaint about the delay staying in capetown station

Asive N.

27 June 2024

Mavumisa Transport

2.9/5101 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi1.4

Users generally had a positive experience, noting that the journey was nice and safe. However, there were some concerns about punctuality with one bus being 20 minutes late to depart and getting delayed in Kraaifontein. Additionally, another user mentioned limited stops during the trip.

MAVUMISA Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews

Trip was okay, drivers were very considerate and helpful although we left 2 hours late

Nasipi M.

1 May 2025

Everything was fine. The problem is that the bus was 20 mins late to departure and got delayed in Kraaifontein. That resulted into late arrival.

Noluvo M.

23 June 2024

I had a nice and safe journey but the driver only stopped once. In Beaufort West. 😭

Sethu N.

7 May 2024

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

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

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 Tsomo?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Tsomo start from NZ$54. The average price for this route is around NZ$78. 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 Tsomo?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Tsomo is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 557 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 5m and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Tsomo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Makalala Transport, Jobela Star, Intercape, APM WC, Badela, Mavumisa Transport.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Tsomo?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Tsomo at 16:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Tsomo?
A bus journey from Cape Town to Tsomo produces an estimated 22.450325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Tsomo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45780 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Tsomo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Tsomo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Tsomo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

03/05

NZ$61

04/05

NZ$52

Today

NZ$54

06/05

NZ$56

07/05

NZ$56

08/05

NZ$56

09/05

NZ$54

10/05

NZ$54

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Tsomo was searched and found on 4 May 2026 with a price of NZ$52

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 Tsomo as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NZ$52 to NZ$110 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Tsomo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$54, which is on 2026-05-09.

Usually Badela 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.