Find coaches from Cape Town to Carletonville

Next departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Carletonville on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWC
Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
Carletonville (Engen Fochville, N12 Hwy)Cheapest
Intercity Xpress
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)Fastest
Intercape Sleepliner
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags
Greyhound
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags
Intercity Xpress
Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags

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Get from Cape Town to Carletonville

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The journey takes about 18 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
18h 25mAverage duration
1203 kmDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cape Town to Carletonville: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54
Average bus trip duration18h 25m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure11:30
Distance1203 km
Latest bus departure19:15

Cape Town to Carletonville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Carletonville

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

    The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Carletonville starts at US$25. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Carletonville 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 Cape Town to Carletonville?

    The average travel time between Cape Town and Carletonville is around 18h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1206 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Cape Town to Carletonville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Carletonville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    When taking the bus from Cape Town to Carletonville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Carletonville?

    Buses travelling between Cape Town and Carletonville leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. or Bus Station - Civic Centre and arrive at Carletonville, Total Garage, Caltex Garage.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$24
29/10
US$26
Today
US$24
31/10
US$24
01/11
US$24
02/11
US$26
03/11
US$24
04/11
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Carletonville was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$24

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 Carletonville as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$70 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-10-31.

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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cape Town and Carletonville!

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 Cape Town to Carletonville.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cape Town to Carletonville that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

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