How far is Cape Town from Upington?

Cape Town and Upington are 414 miles (667 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Upington?

Most of the buses traveling from Cape Town to Upington leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. And arrive at Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Cape Town to Upington from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Upington on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h 15m	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h 15m	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Upington on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h 15m	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h 15m	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Next departures for Cape Town to Upington on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	6:15pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h 15m	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	14h	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)	13h 15m	7:30am	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

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Get from Cape Town to Upington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 15mAverage Duration

406 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Upington?

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 - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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C
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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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 Upington

A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa
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B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,912 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users frequently commend the professionalism and friendliness of Intercape's drivers, noting that they make passengers feel welcome. The buses are consistently described as clean and comfortable, with timely arrivals being a common highlight. Some users mentioned minor issues like seating preferences but overall express satisfaction with the service provided by Intercape.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Upington recent customer reviews

Drivers don't have patient..almost leave some patients behind at Van Rhynsdorp..arrived 2 hours at late at my destination.. .

Linda B.

March 1, 2025

Me and my husband always use intercape, it never disappoints. Everything up standard. Very professional drivers.

Violet Gamu M.

November 17, 2023

Everyone was very professional yet welcoming and very informative. The drivers made us feel that we part of a family. Bus was very clean and everything was just perfect. This is the kind of intercape experience that I'm use. God bless.

Olivia S.

November 4, 2023

FF Gertse

1.5/5417 reviews

Staff1.8

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.2

Based on 417 reviews, the company was rated 1.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the wifi. FF Gertse ticket prices on this trip start at $58

FFGERTSE Cape Town Upington recent customer reviews

It was the worst experience ever. Amongst other reasons: 1) The bus departed 2 hours later than scheduled. 2) Passengers were drinking alcohol on the bus. 3) Loud music was playing throughout the journey, including the night. I vowed never to use this service again.

Samuel J.

December 21, 2023

Greatest experience ever. Safe and friendly driver. Clean bus. And quick and safe service. Thanx alot FF Gertse.

Lauren S.

September 14, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Upington by bus

How far is Cape Town from Upington?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/19

$33

11/20

$45

Today

$44

11/22

$46

11/23

$38

11/24

$39

11/25

$62

11/26

$57

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Upington was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $33

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 Upington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $71 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-11-23.