Bus from Cape Town to Upington: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Upington on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz StreetCheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz StreetFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:31 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Upington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 679, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 15mAverage duration
664 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Upington by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Upington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Upington start at R 679. The average price for this route is around R 876. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Upington?

    The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Upington is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 664 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h and is operated by FF Gertse.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Upington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, FF Gertse.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Upington?

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

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Upington?

    A bus trip from Cape Town to Upington produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Upington?

    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 44309 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Upington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Upington?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Upington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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
05/12
R 735
06/12
R 1 218
Today
R 1 083
08/12
R 2 058
09/12
R 1 502
10/12
R 1 713
11/12
R 1 766
12/12
R 1 921
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Upington was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 735

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 Upington as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 735 to R 2 131 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 502, which is on 2025-12-09.

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