Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Elegant Fuel Kathu | UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel Kathu | Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | No tags |
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Get from Kathu to Upington
The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kathu and Upington?
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
Stops in Upington
- A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa - B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kathu to Upington
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 Kathu to Upington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Kathu to Upington start from £16. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 Kathu to Upington?
The average bus journey time from Kathu to Upington is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 124 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Kathu to Upington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kathu to Upington?
The earliest bus departs from Kathu to Upington at 02:55. And the latest bus departs at 16:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kathu to Upington?
A bus journey from Kathu to Upington produces an estimated 5 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 Kathu to Upington?
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 43907 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Kathu to Upington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Kathu to Upington?
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 Kathu to Upington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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.
The cheapest trip from Kathu to Upington was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kathu to Upington as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £33 for a bus ticket from Kathu to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Intercape 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.
