Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wimpy Bar, Engen 1 Stop, Johan Blignaut Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags |
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Get from Bethlehem to Cape Town
The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 721, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bethlehem and Cape Town?
Stops in Bethlehem
- A
Bethlehem
Engen garage, corner of Johan Blignaut and Airport road
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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Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting the friendly and communicative drivers and describing the overall travel experience as enjoyable. However, there are some concerns regarding seat management and toilet maintenance, as well as an unexpected stop in Ficksburg without explanation.
Intercape Mainliner Bethlehem Cape Town recent customer reviews
The trip was delayed for 2hoursand 30 minutes and the toilet smells was not pleasant at all
Nteboheng M.
I enjoy the traveling with them the drivers are very sweet and have a good way of talking with people I enjoyed everything
Jessica L.
Service was good but it was a bumpy ride I didn't enjoy it at all and it just felt unsafe
Dingane N.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bethlehem to Cape Town start at R 721. The average price for this route is around R 959. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Bethlehem to Cape Town is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 1134 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 35m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bethlehem to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Bethlehem to Cape Town at 16:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bethlehem to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Bethlehem to Cape Town produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 617To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 617 to R 1 524 for a bus ticket from Bethlehem, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 621, which is on 2025-12-16.
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