Based on 238 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at R 495
MAKALALATRANSPORT Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews
The bus itselft was fine. What was not is my ticket printing 6:30 pm when the bus leaves at 6pm sharp, quite an inconvenience. Please look at that glitche.
5 out of 5 stars
Snetemba M.
I was satusfied at all because they dont carw about tgeir passengers and not eve give suitable comfort zone in theri busesi will never evee use th8s bus in my life there s no respect
1 out of 5 stars
Oralia J.
The bus was suppose to leave at 17:30 but instead it left at 22:00 without any explanation from the driver why ,then from Queenstown we were taken from Makalala bus to Apm because the bus was not going to Tsomo it was going to Mtata while Makalala made a promise that they will take me home not in a town and I was left in the rain while makalala was suppose to take home since he said he will take me home when Apm leaves me at Tsomo town then they took one person from Tsojana and left me there
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, customers complain about the bus being freezing cold and not receiving assistance for this issue. Despite these negative experiences, it's important to note that there were no mentions of problems related to the pandemic in any of the reviews provided.
Jobela Star Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews
The bus broke down on the road, we had to wait for another bus, the current bus is on and off. We still haven’t reached our destinations.
1 out of 5 stars
Albert N.
Worst experience I ever had. The bus was freezing cold and constantly asking for assistance with that with no assistance being given. Been told that it is like that and there’s nothing they can do about it. Apparently it was too warm on top as it was a double deck bus, while us who were downstairs were freezing cold
1 out of 5 stars
Khokhelwa M.
Extremely bad service I received bus was extremely late with 3 hrs after about 400kl we were changing to another bus what an inconvenience
Will never recommend jobela bus
Users have highlighted the professionalism of the drivers and their attentiveness to passengers' needs, which is greatly appreciated. However, there are concerns regarding limited restroom breaks and issues with air conditioning and heating systems. Additionally, some users experienced difficulties in retrieving lost items due to unresponsive customer service calls.
Intercape Budgetliner Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews
Everything was on point. Mr Rhacula is doing a very good in people, he made sure everything is on point even for old people.
5 out of 5 stars
Siphokazi B.
The driver was professionally trained
3 out of 5 stars
Malusi S.
Not good because no bathroom and it only gives 15 minutes for refreshing
Based on 3111 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 449
Based on 277 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at R 611
BADELA Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews
It was nice 👌
1 out of 5 stars
Siboleke L.
Good but i have a complaint about the delay staying in capetown station
Users generally had a positive experience, noting that the journey was nice and safe. However, there were some concerns about punctuality with one bus being 20 minutes late to depart and getting delayed in Kraaifontein. Additionally, another user mentioned limited stops during the trip.
MAVUMISA Cape Town Tsomo recent customer reviews
Trip was okay, drivers were very considerate and helpful although we left 2 hours late
4 out of 5 stars
Nasipi M.
Everything was fine. The problem is that the bus was 20 mins late to departure and got delayed in Kraaifontein. That resulted into late arrival.
4 out of 5 stars
Noluvo M.
I had a nice and safe journey but the driver only stopped once. In Beaufort West. 😭
Based on 108 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Gxaweni ticket prices on this trip start at R 721
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Tsomo 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 Tsomo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Tsomo start at R 449. The average price for this route is around R 721. 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 Tsomo?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Tsomo is 14h 25m, covering a distance of 901 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Tsomo route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Tsomo?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Tsomo at 16:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Tsomo?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Tsomo produces an estimated 23 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 Tsomo?
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 Tsomo?
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 Tsomo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Tsomo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela, 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
19/01
R 420
20/01
R 422
Today
R 485
22/01
R 485
23/01
R 548
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R 485
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R 443
26/01
R 440
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Tsomo was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 420
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 Tsomo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 420 to R 1 140 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Tsomo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 440, which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Mavumisa Transport will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Tsomo was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 420
