Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:02 PM SAST.
Get from Kathu to Cape Town
The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 744, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kathu and Cape Town?
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- 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
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Users have reported that the staff is very friendly, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, some concerns were raised about the bus making numerous stops and feeling unstable during the journey.
Intercape Mainliner Kathu Cape Town recent customer reviews
The bus came late and arrived late because of that i missed a very important orientation. Also there was no air conditioning.
Mpho M.
I really loved the service and everything was, the time accuracy and the way they kept on cleaning the bus.
Amogelang S.
Very satisfied with trip Bus was very clean And the staff was very generous and helpful
Ryno V.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kathu to Cape Town 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 Kathu to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kathu to Cape Town start at R 744. The average price for this route is around R 1 001. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Kathu to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Kathu to Cape Town is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 810 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Kathu to Cape Town 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 Kathu to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Kathu to Cape Town at 16:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kathu to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Kathu to Cape Town produces an estimated 20 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.
The cheapest trip from Kathu to Cape Town was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 809To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kathu to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 809 to R 2 026 for a bus ticket from Kathu to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 809, which is on 2025-12-15.
