Bus from Matatiele to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Matatiele to Cape Town on January 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)CheapestFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:53 PM SAST.

Get from Matatiele to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
20h 45mAverage Duration
647 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Matatiele to Cape Town start from $46. The average price for this route is around $53. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    The average bus trip duration from Matatiele to Cape Town is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 647 miles (1043 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h and is operated by Makalala Transport.

  3. Which bus companies service the Matatiele to Cape Town route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Big Tree, Intercape, Makalala Transport.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    The earliest bus departs from Matatiele to Cape Town at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 12:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    A bus trip from Matatiele to Cape Town generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Matatiele to Cape Town?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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
01/18
$82
01/19
$76
Today
$74
01/21
$83
01/22
$83
01/23
$64
01/24
$58
01/25
$58
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Matatiele to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $58

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Matatiele to Cape Town, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $58 to $83 for a bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2026-01-24.

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