How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Cathcart?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Cathcart start at R 356. The average price for this route is around R 609. 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 Cathcart?

The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Cathcart is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 831 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Cathcart route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Badela , Wez We Coaches , Jacobs Coaches , ilulaBus , Intercape , Big Sky , Chilwans Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Cathcart?

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Cathcart at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Cathcart?

A bus trip from Cape Town to Cathcart produces an estimated 21 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 Cathcart?

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 45626 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Cathcart?

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 Cathcart?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Cathcart?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cape Town to Cathcart from R 325 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Cathcart on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 45m	06:45	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	17h	04:00	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Cathcart on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 45m	06:45	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	17h	04:00	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Cathcart on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 45m	06:45	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	17h	04:00	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Cathcart on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	17h	04:00	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 45m	06:45	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	Fastest

Next departures from Cape Town to Cathcart on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	17h	04:00	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	CAPE TOWN	12h 30m	07:30	CATHCART	Fastest
Bus	17:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 45m	06:45	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Cathcart on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	17h	04:00	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 45m	06:45	F&J Enterprise Garage, Cathcart	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:46 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Cathcart

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 356, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

13h 45mAverage duration

831 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Cathcart?

Stops in Cape Town

A
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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B
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
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C
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Map
E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Map
F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Map

Stops in Cathcart

A
Cathcart - Police Station, Carnavon Road
Police Station, Carnavon Road, Cathcart, 5310, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/53 111 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Badela

3.5/5277 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2

Wez We Coaches

1.5/5565 reviews

Staff1.8

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.7

WiFi0.4

Jacobs Coaches

2/5101 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1

ilulaBus

2/5825 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi0.3

Based on 825 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 705

ilulaBus Cape Town Cathcart recent customer reviews

They put us in a wrong bus and told us the bus is not going to cathcart it stops at queenstown and there is nothing they can do

Aneliswe K.

28 June 2024

The bus driver was rude and they didn’t drop us in the spot they were supposed to

Pumla N.

16 September 2023

Intercape

3.5/545 758 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 425 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.5

Chilwans Express

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Cathcart 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 Cathcart?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Cathcart start at R 356. The average price for this route is around R 609. 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 Cathcart?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Cathcart is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 831 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Cathcart route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Badela, Wez We Coaches, Jacobs Coaches, ilulaBus, Intercape, Big Sky, Chilwans Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Cathcart?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Cathcart at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Cathcart?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Cathcart produces an estimated 21 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 Cathcart?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Cathcart?
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 Cathcart?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Cathcart?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, 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

18/01

R 326

19/01

R 325

Today

R 326

21/01

R 325

22/01

R 326

23/01

R 325

24/01

No data

25/01

R 346

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Cathcart was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 325

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 Cathcart as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 325 to R 851 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Cathcart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 325, which is on 2026-01-23.