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TodayApr 27
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: CAPE TOWN - Long Distance Bus Facility, Old Marine Drive
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Stellenbosch
    Destination location: STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
Bus Cape Town to Stellenbosch: Trip Overview

Bus Cape Town to Stellenbosch: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$15
Average bus trip duration1h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:30 PM
Distance26 miles (41 km)
Latest bus departure6:30 PM

Cape Town to Stellenbosch Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:30PM - 6:30PM
Minimum Price$22
Average Ticket Price$15
Minimum Trip Duration1h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h35m
Distance26 miles (41 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteAPM WC, Intercape
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cape Town - Stellenbosch

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Stellenbosch without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Cape Town to Stellenbosch takes around 1h 35m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 1h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 miles (41 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Cape Town and Stellenbosch is 26 miles (41 km).

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by APM WC and Intercape. The number of buses from Cape Town to Stellenbosch can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Cape Town to Stellenbosch a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Cape Town to Stellenbosch start their journey at Bellville and wind up at Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff). These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. $14 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Stellenbosch from Cape Town.

You can expect to pay around $15 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $38, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, a day trip from Cape Town to Stellenbosch is definitely doable. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 3h 10m. So you'll have enough time to visit Stellenbosch before returning to Cape Town in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cape Town and Stellenbosch!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cape Town to Stellenbosch, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to Stellenbosch will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cape Town to Stellenbosch, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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