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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kokstad start from $34. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Kokstad?

The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Kokstad is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 671 miles (1081 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Kokstad route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kokstad at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Cape Town to Kokstad generates an estimated 27 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 Kokstad?

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 Kokstad?

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 Kokstad?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Kokstad?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cape Town to Kokstad from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Kokstad on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	23h 25m	4:25pm	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 5m	1:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	23h 50m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	6:20am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	22h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kokstad on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	23h 25m	4:25pm	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 5m	1:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	23h 50m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	6:20am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	22h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kokstad on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	23h 25m	4:25pm	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 5m	1:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	23h 50m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	6:20am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	22h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kokstad on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	23h 25m	4:25pm	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 5m	1:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	23h 50m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	6:20am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	22h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Kokstad on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	23h 50m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 5m	1:50pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	23h 50m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	6:20am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	22h 30m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:21 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Kokstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

22h 30mAverage Duration

671 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Kokstad?

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 Map
C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Visit page Map
D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Map
E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Map
F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Map

Stops in Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa
Map

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,711 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences with friendly and well-trained drivers, clean buses, and comfortable seating. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functional charging points and inconsistent heating on the bus. Despite these minor inconveniences, travelers appreciated arriving safely at their destinations.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Kokstad recent customer reviews

Very disappointed with the whole service of Intercape, the bus was slightly behind scheduled time for arrival. The bus was so stuffy inside with smell of the urine and all flooded with the suspected urine on the floor. The arrogance of the driver who did not show any humanity when one old woman collapsed in Mthatha. I have been using intercape since 2016, it had a tool class service not the one I experienced this time.

Phakamile P.

August 9, 2025

The bus was extremely late in Kokstad,about 4 hours .Subsequently, we didn't have anyone that was informing us on whether to jump off to get refreshments.We have to drop garbage on floor since we didn't have plastic bags for garbage.Let alone the overheating heater that was so unbearable have to cover that overheating metal with my blanket

Ntsekiseng N.

April 26, 2025

My experience was horrible, the bus was late and do we really have to take an hour long brake? The fact that it said it'll arrive at 3pm only to arrive at 6pm is crazy, now I'm STRANDED and I have no one to come fetch me. Intercape should be ashamed of themselves.

Aphiwe C.

June 28, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53,414 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Users have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with this bus service. They appreciated the punctuality, cleanliness, and comfort of the buses. The drivers were noted for their friendliness and professionalism, providing updates throughout the journey. Passengers expressed satisfaction with features like working charging ports and smooth rides, making it a highly recommended choice for travel enthusiasts seeking reliability and comfort.

Big Sky Cape Town Kokstad recent customer reviews

Bus arrived on time I was super impressed with their time management ..well done

Oyama B.

June 22, 2025

I never enjoyed like this before. My trip was so nice. Thanks to the drivers more especially first two drivers from Capetown. Thank very much Big Sky company I appreciate your service 🙏

Onele D.

June 5, 2025

A bus was clean, arrived on time , Drivers were friendly and charging port was perfectly working, looking forward to use this bus

Sivuyile Goodman M.

December 23, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/512,006 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Customers have shared positive feedback, highlighting that the trip was generally satisfactory. The bus arrived on time and reached its destination with only a slight delay, which did not significantly impact their overall experience. Many recommend this service to others for future travel plans.

Intercity Xpress Cape Town Kokstad recent customer reviews

It did not arrive according to schedule and I was 3 hours late from the time that I had to arrive to my destination which was very stressful

Unathi Junior S.

June 23, 2025

Nothing to be enjoyed on that thing 6 to 7pm wat kind of driving ur drivers drive

Buhle M.

September 10, 2024

The bus had a problem with tire and passengers had to use their to take taxis to get to their destination in time because we waited so long for bus replacement

Enkosi D.

November 1, 2023

APM WC

2/53,099 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Based on 3099 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 $35

APMWC Cape Town Kokstad recent customer reviews

I was supposed to depart at 14:00 the bus came at 18:30. Since I was at the que from 13:45 until 18:30. When I ask at the office no body knows about the bus. The bus dropped me at Myata instead of Kokstad , I won't travel by APM again. I am still on the wa in the taxi that I was avoiding to travel by it.

Makgauta L.

December 16, 2024

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Kokstad 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 Kokstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Kokstad start from $34. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Kokstad?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Kokstad is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 671 miles (1081 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Kokstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Kokstad?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Kokstad at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Kokstad?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Kokstad generates an estimated 27 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 Kokstad?
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 Kokstad?
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 Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, 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

01/17

$32

01/18

$33

Today

$32

01/20

$32

01/21

$32

01/22

$33

01/23

$33

01/24

$34

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Kokstad was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $32

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 Kokstad, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $54 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-20.

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.