Find coaches from Adelaide, ZA to Cape Town

Next departures

Next departures from Adelaide to Cape Town on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Jacobs Coaches
Stringfellow Street
Bus Station - Civic CentreCheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Pop Inn Liquor Store (R63 & Stringfellow St)
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags

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Get from Adelaide to Cape Town

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The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
10h 55mAverage duration
725 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Adelaide, ZA to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$44
Average bus trip duration10h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure17:20
Distance724 km
Latest bus departure20:20

Adelaide to Cape Town Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cape Town from Adelaide, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Adelaide, ZA - Cape Town

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Adelaide to Cape Town cost?

    The bus ticket price from Adelaide to Cape Town starts at US$34. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Adelaide to Cape Town is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Adelaide to Cape Town?

    The average travel time between Adelaide and Cape Town is around 10h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 745 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Adelaide and Cape Town?

    The number of buses from Adelaide to Cape Town can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Adelaide to Cape Town by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Adelaide to Cape Town?

    When taking the bus from Adelaide to Cape Town, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Badela, Jacobs Coaches.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$30
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US$30
01/11
US$40
02/11
US$33
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Adelaide, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Adelaide, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33, which is on 2025-11-02.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Adelaide to Cape Town.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Adelaide to Cape Town.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Adelaide to Cape Town.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Adelaide to Cape Town, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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