Find coaches from Cape Town to Harrismith

Next departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Harrismith on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Cheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Fastest
Intercape Mainliner Express
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
Intercape Mainliner Express
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
Intercape Mainliner Express
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags

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Get from Cape Town to Harrismith

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The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
19h 15mAverage duration
1178 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cape Town to Harrismith: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$57
Average bus trip duration19h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure11:00
Distance1177 km
Latest bus departure18:15

Cape Town to Harrismith Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Harrismith

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

    The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Harrismith starts at US$44. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Harrismith 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 Harrismith?

    The average travel time between Cape Town and Harrismith is around 19h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1198 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Cape Town to Harrismith can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Harrismith by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    When taking the bus from Cape Town to Harrismith, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape.

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

    Buses travelling between Cape Town and Harrismith leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. or Bus Station - Civic Centre and arrive at Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to 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$39
29/10
US$57
Today
US$53
31/10
US$41
01/11
US$45
02/11
US$46
03/11
US$45
04/11
US$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Harrismith was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$39

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 Harrismith as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cape Town to Harrismith, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to Harrismith will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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 word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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