Bus from Midrand to Cape Town: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Midrand to Cape Town on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
Big Bird Engen N1 South
Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine DriveCheapest
Delta CoachesBus
Engen Big Bird N1
Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.Fastest
Intercape SleeplinerBus
Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Big Sky ExpressBus
    Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand
    Cape Town, 1 Old Marine DriveNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 21:54 SAST.

    Get from Midrand to Cape Town

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    31bus per day
    20h 5mAverage duration
    797 milesDistance
    32kgCO₂ emissions

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

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Midrand to Cape Town?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Midrand to Cape Town start from £20. The average price for this route is around £45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Midrand to Cape Town?

      The average bus journey time from Midrand to Cape Town is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 797 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 30m and is operated by MB Transport.

    3. Which bus companies service the Midrand to Cape Town route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, MB Transport, Chamboko Deluxe Coaches.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Midrand to Cape Town?

      The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Cape Town at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:35.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Midrand to Cape Town?

      A bus journey from Midrand to Cape Town produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Midrand to Cape Town?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Midrand to Cape Town?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Midrand to Cape Town?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Midrand to Cape Town?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
    25/11
    £23
    26/11
    £24
    Today
    £39
    28/11
    £28
    29/11
    £35
    30/11
    £28
    01/12
    £33
    02/12
    £33
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Midrand to Cape Town was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £23

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

    You can expect to pay from £23 to £79 for a bus ticket from Midrand to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-28.

    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.

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