Based on 44465 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 704
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Adelaide recent customer reviews
The bus was not comfortable as it had a horrible smell. There were also cockroaches everywhere. I was the first person on the bus in CAPE TOWN STATION and everyone complained about the smell as they came in...
2 out of 5 stars
Mnoneleli D.
The drivers were very helpful, but there was no wifi on board
Based on 258 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 034
BADELA Cape Town Adelaide recent customer reviews
Poor, disappointing, the bus did not reach destination, I was told to disembark 450km from destination and finished the journey on a mini bus. What a shame.
1 out of 5 stars
Nosipho A.
The drive was fine, however we were offloaded in Komani an put in an Avanza that is supposed to get us to Adelaide and we’re still in this Avanza now. It’s been hours and I am travelling with a senior citizen. This was never communicated with us. Also, they are charging us extra money for this Avanza to start moving.
Based on 92 reviews, the company was rated 2.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Jacobs Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at R 593
Based on 61 reviews, the company was rated 2.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at R 473
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Mini Mobile ticket prices on this trip start at R 427
Mini Mobile Cape Town Adelaide recent customer reviews
The bus never arrived ended up booking another bus
BM Tours offers 2 daily buses from Cape Town to Adelaide. Though the average price for this trip is R 728, you can find tickets starting at R 428. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 597.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA 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 Cape Town to Adelaide?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Adelaide start at R 473. The average price for this route is around R 890. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Adelaide?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Adelaide is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 744 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Adelaide route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Adelaide?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Adelaide at 18:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Adelaide?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Adelaide produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Adelaide?
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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Adelaide?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Adelaide?
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 Cape Town to Adelaide?
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.
Best price found
11/12
R 760
12/12
R 909
Today
R 735
14/12
R 841
15/12
R 789
16/12
R 789
17/12
R 841
18/12
R 788
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 735
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 735 to R 1 818 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 788, which is on 2025-12-18.
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.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Adelaide, ZA was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 735
