Find coaches from Cape Town to Matatiele

Next departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Matatiele 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)
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main StreetCheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main StreetFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main StreetNo tags
Intercape Mainliner
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main StreetNo tags
Intercape Mainliner
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main StreetNo tags

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Get from Cape Town to Matatiele

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The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
21h 30mAverage duration
1055 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cape Town to Matatiele: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration21h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure17:00
Distance1054 km
Latest bus departure17:45

Cape Town to Matatiele Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Matatiele from Cape Town, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Matatiele

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

    The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Matatiele starts at US$38. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Matatiele 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 Matatiele?

    The average travel time between Cape Town and Matatiele is around 21h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1055 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Cape Town to Matatiele can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Matatiele by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    When taking the bus from Cape Town to Matatiele, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Makalala Transport, APM WC.

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$41
29/10
US$41
Today
US$51
31/10
US$41
01/11
US$39
02/11
US$38
03/11
US$37
04/11
US$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Matatiele was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$37

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 Matatiele as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Matatiele based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cape Town to Matatiele but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

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 Matatiele.

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Did you know?

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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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