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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Lilongwe start from $132. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 Lilongwe?

The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Lilongwe is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 1676 miles (2703 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Jobela Star .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Lilongwe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Lilongwe at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.

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

A bus trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe generates an estimated 68 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Cape Town to Lilongwe from $183 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Lilongwe on February 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	1d 14h	8:30pm	LILONGWE	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	PHILIPPI	1d 13h	8:30pm	LILONGWE	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	cape Town Capricorn 16 berg st	1d 15h	8:30pm	LILONGWE	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:56 AM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Lilongwe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 13hAverage Duration

1676 milesDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Lilongwe?

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
Visit page
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 Lilongwe

A
Lilongwe
Total Garage opposite Lilongwe Hotel, M1, Lilongwe, Malawi

Compare bus companies

Jobela Star

2.5/5303 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.7

Based on 303 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Jobela Star ticket prices on this trip start at $132

JOBELASTAR Cape Town Lilongwe recent customer reviews

Very bad service...Bus kept breaking down and we waited for hours... Won't use them again.

Ashraf A.

January 5, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Lilongwe 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 Lilongwe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Lilongwe start from $132. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 Lilongwe?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Lilongwe is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 1676 miles (2703 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Lilongwe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Lilongwe at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe generates an estimated 68 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Lilongwe was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $183

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 Lilongwe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $183 to $183 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Lilongwe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $183 which is on 2026-02-07.