Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 15:11 SAST.
Get from Heidelberg to Cape Town
The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Cape Town?
Stops in Heidelberg
- A
Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street
Engen Garage, 1 Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665, South Africa
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town
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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
The cheapest coach tickets from Heidelberg to Cape Town start from £16. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Heidelberg to Cape Town is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 146 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Williams Coaches, Eagle Liner, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Cape Town at 02:10. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
A bus journey from Heidelberg to Cape Town produces an estimated 6 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 Heidelberg to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Heidelberg to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £15 to £33 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.
