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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Qumbu start from $27. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Qumbu?

The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Qumbu is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 636 miles (1025 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 10m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Qumbu route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , APM WC , Flexi City Connect .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Qumbu at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Cape Town to Qumbu generates an estimated 26 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 Qumbu?

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 45773 reviews.

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

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 Qumbu?

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 Qumbu?

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 Qumbu from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Qumbu on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	22h 5m	4:05am	Qumbu (Shell Garage)	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	11:05am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 30m	4:40am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Qumbu on February 4
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)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	11:05am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 30m	4:40am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Qumbu on February 5
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)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 10m	12:25pm	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 30m	4:40am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Qumbu on February 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	11:05am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 10m	12:25pm	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 30m	4:40am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Qumbu on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 20m	11:05am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	17h 10m	12:25pm	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:10am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	20h 30m	4:40am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	22h 10m	4:45am	Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:33 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Qumbu

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

21h 10mAverage Duration

636 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Qumbu?

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 Qumbu

A
Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)
Total Garage,, Aubert Street, N2, Qumbu, 5180, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting punctuality and a pleasant travel experience. The drivers were noted for their friendliness, contributing to an overall positive journey. However, there was mention of a delay in Mthatha due to external factors involving the taxi industry that required police intervention but did not overshadow the generally excellent service provided by Mainline.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Qumbu recent customer reviews

The bus stopped for a long time at Grahamstown . Appears something was wrong . At East London tickets needed to be checked because people were too many for the bus Disorganised and very risky getting home late

Thandekile N.

June 26, 2024

I had nice journey just except the interruption occurred in Mthatha which was caused by the taxi industry, our bus ended up escorted by the SA police services to get out from Altra city and all that made a huge delay to everyone who was still carrying on with journey

Bathandwa P.

May 21, 2024

It was terrible , firstly the bus broke down in Paarl we waited for two hours for road assistance, road assistance came with an incorrect part , we then had to wait for another bus. We left Paarl at 23h45pm instead of 20h00pm .The second bus also had a problem as the driver struggled when we reached an incline and it did not go over 60 km/h on a flat road ,in Mtata we were transferred to a third bus . According to my ticket I should have reached my destination at 12h30pm , but we just left Mtata now and it's now 16h51pm .

Nikiwe M.

April 27, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3438 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $42

Big Sky Cape Town Qumbu recent customer reviews

The service was excellent

Zintle G.

September 1, 2025

Everything was perfect,clean bus and nice driver

Nonopha N.

April 13, 2025

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

According to 12 reviews, APM WC received a 1.9-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets, but some complained about the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $27

APMWC Cape Town Qumbu recent customer reviews

The bus came on time everything seemed fine till we were on the road,wepicked up a lady who was drinking on the bus very raotus and threatening to pee on the eventualy did in veiew of minors the drivers were infomed. But the shocking of all was the bedbugs on every chair like infestetation my baby who has allegy had it bad. We arived on time but i am not happy this was my first time on the bus will never use the again.

Nontokozo X.

December 6, 2025

The bus didn't arrive on time it didn't even get to my destination never riding it again

Unam M.

October 27, 2025

Terrible expirience I ever had with any bus and I will never use it again I suppose to get to my destination by 8am next day but instead Im going to get there around 14h00 and departure was written 14h00 but the came around pat 3pm because we had to go back for diesel during our trip apparently 😭😭😭😭😭

Sizile G.

May 31, 2025

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5195 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.4

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Qumbu 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 Qumbu?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Qumbu start from $27. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Qumbu?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Qumbu is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 636 miles (1025 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 10m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Qumbu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Qumbu?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Qumbu at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Qumbu?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Qumbu generates an estimated 26 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 Qumbu?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Qumbu?
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 Qumbu?
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 Qumbu?
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

02/01

$44

02/02

$47

Today

$37

02/04

$44

02/05

$44

02/06

$41

02/07

$39

02/08

$39

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Qumbu was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $37

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 Qumbu, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $57 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Qumbu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-02-07.

Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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.