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

The cheapest bus tickets from Stellenbosch to Cape Town start at R 307. The average price for this route is around R 497. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

The average bus journey time from Stellenbosch to Cape Town is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 23 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 25m and is operated by Milta Coaches .

Which bus companies service the Stellenbosch to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound South Africa , Milta Coaches , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Stellenbosch to Cape Town at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:55.

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

A bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town produces an estimated 1 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 Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 9211 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Stellenbosch to Cape Town from R 284 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stellenbosch to Cape Town on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	06:25	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	2h 5m	08:30	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	Cheapest
	Bus	06:25	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	1h 35m	08:00	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:14 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Stellenbosch to Cape Town

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Cape Town. The journey takes about 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 406, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4shuttle per day

25mAverage duration

40 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 307 - R 2 102	Average duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 406 - R 451	Average duration25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stellenbosch and Cape Town?

Stops in Stellenbosch

A
Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff)
Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff), Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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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
Visit page
C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 226 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

APM WC

2/52 829 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stellenbosch 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 Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stellenbosch to Cape Town start at R 307. The average price for this route is around R 497. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Stellenbosch to Cape Town is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 23 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 25m and is operated by Milta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Stellenbosch to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Stellenbosch to Cape Town at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town produces an estimated 1 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 Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 9211 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stellenbosch to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

13/12

R 422

14/12

R 316

Today

R 284

16/12

R 670

17/12

R 353

18/12

R 350

19/12

R 315

20/12

R 670

The cheapest trip from Stellenbosch to Cape Town was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 284

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stellenbosch to Cape Town as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 284 to R 1 205 for a bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 315, which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.