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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kimberley start from A$43. The average price for this route is around A$76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Kimberley?

The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Kimberley is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 513 miles (828 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Kimberley route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kimberley at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Cape Town to Kimberley generates an estimated 20.679975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Kimberley?

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 45780 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to Kimberley?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cape Town to Kimberley from A$43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Kimberley on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	13h 25m	2:25am	Kimberley - Shell Ultra City, N12 Highway, Kimberley	Cheapest
Bus	1:30pm	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	10h 55m	12:25am	KIMBERLEY (TOURIST INFO CENTRE) - TOURIST INFO CENTRE, CIVIC CENTRE, KIMBERLEY, 8300	Fastest
Bus	11:45am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	12h 20m	12:05am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Bellville - Greyhound Office	12h 20m	2:20am	KIMBERLEY (ULTRA CITY) - Ultra City, Transvaal Road	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	11h 25m	12:25am	KIMBERLEY (TOURIST INFO CENTRE) - TOURIST INFO CENTRE, CIVIC CENTRE, KIMBERLEY, 8300	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:36 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Kimberley

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just A$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

12h 35mAverage Duration

513 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Kimberley?

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
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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

Stops in Kimberley

A
Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre),, Kimberley, 8300, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,780 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users generally express satisfaction with Intercape's service, highlighting the professionalism and friendliness of the staff. Many appreciated the punctuality and comfort during their journeys. However, some reviews noted issues such as high air conditioning temperatures, non-functional charging ports, and occasional unpleasant odors from toilets. Despite these minor concerns, overall experiences were positive.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Kimberley recent customer reviews

The bus got stuck from 3am till late afternoon. I arrived home 12hours later than the estimated time.

Lerato D.

January 7, 2026

Very great journey and service, the drivers were so professional and very helpful. Everything was done according to standard working procedures. Rules of the road were well followed and the trip was wonderful.

Tshepiso T.

October 4, 2025

The bus came far before the time of departure from cape Town.We did not have to wait on the bus.

Felicia D.

May 28, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3.1/512,045 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Passengers generally appreciate the comfort and cleanliness of the buses, highlighting professional and friendly drivers who ensure a safe journey. However, some reviews mention that buses occasionally arrive late at destinations. Additionally, there are comments about limited legroom in seats and concerns regarding frequent stops by drivers for smoking breaks.

Intercity Xpress Cape Town Kimberley recent customer reviews

The seats are comfortable ,the only problem is the bus arriving late that was not a good experience at all

El D.

October 1, 2025

Drivers were very friendly helpful. Felt safe . The bath smelled needs to be freshen along the way even with some refreshers thrown in. Seats very compact in newer bus. Further it was fine

Katherine L.

September 5, 2025

I arrived 2 hours later than the time I saw on the ticket and the bus was very dirty.

Suzan M.

May 3, 2025

APM WC

2.1/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at A$43

APMWC Cape Town Kimberley recent customer reviews

The drivers attitude was good and so was the journey. The bus was late and it was uncomfortable, it has a lot of cockroaches

Samantha B.

November 13, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3.1/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi1.3

According to the users, Greyhound provides a generally satisfactory service with friendly staff. However, there are consistent mentions of delays and unmet schedules across several reviews. Additionally, some passengers noted that seats were too close together and expressed concerns about limited breaks during long trips.

Greyhound Cape Town Kimberley recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the charging units. I didn’t enjoy when the driver kept driving reckless when he wanted to overtake the trucks

Madikoma M.

October 22, 2024

Worst trip: Bus arrived 2 hours late, while competitors had approx 8 busses arrive and depart, no tv service as advertised and there was extremely poor ventilation that we were forced to use the roof emergency, which couldn't close throughout the night - also arrived 4 hours late.

Lance B.

August 15, 2023

Late departure on different bus liner with no phone chargers No announcement of stops and frequent unscheduled driver stops on side of road

Kenneth S.

July 10, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,439 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

ZA bus companies:Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Kimberley, ZA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Kimberley?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kimberley start from A$43. The average price for this route is around A$76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Kimberley?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Kimberley is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 513 miles (828 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Kimberley route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Kimberley?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kimberley at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Kimberley?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Kimberley generates an estimated 20.679975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Kimberley?
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 45780 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Kimberley?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to Kimberley?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Kimberley?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

04/28

A$63

04/29

A$67

Today

A$43

05/01

A$44

05/02

A$44

05/03

A$44

05/04

A$44

05/05

A$44

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Kimberley, ZA was searched and found on Apr 30, 2026 with a price of A$43

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 Kimberley, ZA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from A$43 to A$139 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kimberley, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$44 which is on 2026-05-01.

Usually Intercape 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.