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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Cheapest | |||||
| Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Fastest | |||||
| Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags | |||||
| Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags | |||||
| Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:05 PM SAST.
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Get from Cape Town to Kathu
This route is served by bus onlyThe journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cape Town to Kathu: Trip Overview
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Intercape is appreciated for its overall service, as noted by several users. However, there are common concerns about the comfort of seating during long journeys and rest stops not being ideal. Additionally, some travelers mentioned discomfort due to limited personal space and occasional delays in bus schedules.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Kathu recent customer reviews
Love the service but very uncomfortable sitting next to someone that's in my space and the person that sat in front moved her seat everytime on my legs. So it was a very uncomfortable 17hour ride
Melissa W.
Always nice to drive whit them rest stops are bad not nice places and on 17h plus drive sleepliner would be nice
Gavin B.
The heater in the bus did not work and we traveled at night so it was freezing cold. The entertainment system (tv) didn't work and the seats were uncomfortable
Raymond G.
Cape Town to Kathu Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Kathu
How much does a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kathu cost?
The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Kathu starts at US$43. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Kathu 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!
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Kathu?
The average travel time between Cape Town and Kathu is around 16h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 823 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cape Town and Kathu?
The number of buses from Cape Town to Kathu can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Kathu by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cape Town to Kathu?
When taking the bus from Cape Town to Kathu, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Kathu?
Buses travelling between Cape Town and Kathu leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. or Bus Station - Civic Centre and arrive at Kathu Shell Kathu.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Kathu was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Kathu as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$68 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36, which is on 2025-11-01.
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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 Kathu.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cape Town to Kathu.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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Popular Buses Connecting Cape Town
Buses Leaving from Cape Town
- Bus from Cape Town to George
- Coach Cape Town - Port Elizabeth
- Bus Cape Town - Bloemfontein
- Bus from Cape Town to Somerset West
- Coach Cape Town - Windhoek
- Bus Cape Town - East London
- Bus from Cape Town to Jamestown
- Coach Cape Town - Peddie
- Bus Cape Town - De Doorns
- Bus from Cape Town to Delareyville
- Coach Cape Town - Makhanda
- Bus Cape Town - Tsolo
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- Coach Cape Town - Aberdeen
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Buses Going to Cape Town
- Bus from Bellville to Cape Town
- Coach Durban - Cape Town
- Bus Heidelberg - Cape Town
- Bus from Knysna to Cape Town
- Coach Mossel Bay - Cape Town
- Bus Worcester - Cape Town
- Bus from Senekal to Cape Town
- Coach Fort Beaufort - Cape Town
- Bus Kathu - Cape Town
- Bus from Buffeljagsrivier to Cape Town
- Coach Thornham - Cape Town
- Bus Harding - Cape Town
- Bus from King William’s Town to Cape Town
- Coach Rustenburg - Cape Town
- Bus Mdantsane - Cape Town
Popular Buses Connecting Kathu
Buses Leaving from Kathu
- Bus from Kathu to Kuruman
- Coach Kathu - Schweizer-Reneke
- Bus Kathu - Vereeniging
- Bus from Kathu to Malmesbury
- Coach Kathu - Keimoes
- Bus Kathu - Theunissen
- Bus from Kathu to Johannesburg
- Coach Kathu - Clanwilliam
- Bus Kathu - Moorreesburg
- Bus from Kathu to Sasolburg
- Coach Kathu - Upington
- Bus Kathu - Olifantshoek
- Bus from Kathu to Swinburne
- Coach Kathu - Ladysmith
- Bus Kathu - Kimberley
Buses Going to Kathu
- Bus from Kuruman to Kathu
- Coach Postmasburg - Kathu
- Bus Potchefstroom - Kathu
- Bus from Danielskuil to Kathu
- Coach Upington - Kathu
- Bus Bethlehem - Kathu
- Bus from Delareyville to Kathu
- Coach Midrand - Kathu
- Bus Ladysmith - Kathu
- Bus from Keimoes to Kathu
- Coach Mooi River - Kathu
- Bus Vryburg - Kathu
- Bus from Aggeneys to Kathu
- Coach Springbok - Kathu
- Bus Hartbeesfontein - Kathu
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg
- Bus Durban - Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Mthatha
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Durban
- Bus Mthatha - Cape Town
- Bus from Pretoria to Durban
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Cape Town
- Bus Cape Town - Idutywa
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Durban
- Coach Mthatha - Johannesburg
- Bus Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to King William’s Town
- Coach Cape Town - Ngcobo
- Bus Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg