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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Malmesbury start at R 431. The average price for this route is around R 576. 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 Malmesbury?

The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Malmesbury is 55m, covering a distance of 58 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Malmesbury route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Malmesbury at 17:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.

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

A bus trip from Cape Town to Malmesbury produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Cape Town to Malmesbury from R 480 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Malmesbury on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	55m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags
Bus	18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	55m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Malmesbury on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	55m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags
Bus	18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	55m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags

Next departures from Cape Town to Malmesbury on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	55m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags
Bus	17:30	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	1h 40m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags
Bus	18:15	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	55m	19:10	Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:33 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Malmesbury

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 431, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

55mAverage duration

58 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Malmesbury?

Stops in Cape Town

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

Stops in Malmesbury

A
Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd
Malmesbury Motors, 43 Voortrekker Rd, Malmesbury, 7299, South Africa
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 372 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44372 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 431

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Malmesbury, 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 Malmesbury?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Malmesbury start at R 431. The average price for this route is around R 576. 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 Malmesbury?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Malmesbury is 55m, covering a distance of 58 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Malmesbury route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Malmesbury?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Malmesbury at 17:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Malmesbury?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Malmesbury produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/12

R 776

08/12

R 1 192

Today

R 863

10/12

R 773

11/12

No data

12/12

R 720

13/12

No data

14/12

R 1 166

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Malmesbury, ZA was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 720

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 Malmesbury, ZA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 720 to R 1 321 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Malmesbury, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 720, which is on 2025-12-12.