How much is the bus ticket from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town start from $30. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?

The average bus trip duration from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 661 miles (1065 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Mount Ayliff to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town at 11:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town generates an estimated 27 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mount Ayliff to Cape Town on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	23h 15m	8:10pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	8:55pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	23h 15m	8:10pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	9:45pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	22h 40m	8:25pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	23h 15m	8:10pm	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Mount Ayliff to Cape Town on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	21h 25m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	11:40am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 20m	6:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	11:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	20h 55m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	No tags

Next departures for Mount Ayliff to Cape Town on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	11:40am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 20m	6:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	11:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	21h 25m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags

Next departures for Mount Ayliff to Cape Town on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:25pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	22h 55m	11:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Cheapest
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	Fastest
Bus	11:40am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 20m	6:00am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	18h 10m	7:20am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	11:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	21h 25m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:49 PM SAST.

Get from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

22h 40mAverage Duration

661 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,076 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and rude staff members. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, one review mentions a negative experience where the bus arrived late and broke down, causing significant delays for passengers.

Intercape Mainliner Mount Ayliff Cape Town recent customer reviews

The bus arrived late at pickup point about 2 hours later And at destination it arrived 6hours later That was too much

Tando Owen M.

March 21, 2025

It was the worst experience ever, buss left me, when I to the teller to tell to the the buss wait I was out side getting something to eat she told me no I must take a taxi to catch up with the bus, the window didn't close so when it was raining I got went, toilets don't flush so I could use the toilet, Aircon was on cool all night we arrived 4 hours late in cape town

Siqalo S.

April 5, 2024

My experience was not good at all. Firstly the bus arrived two hours late to Mount Ayliff engine garage, secondly an hour later the bus broke down between Mount Frere and Qumbu. We We stuck for almost three hours. Lastly I am still heading to Somerset West at 15h53, whilst my bus was supposed to be at Cape Town Station at 9h55.

Njabulo Thomas N.

April 26, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,061 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,041 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Mount Ayliff Cape Town recent customer reviews

I was very satisfied, the drivers are very respectful and kind especially Vuyisa or Vuyisile.

Sisanda M.

November 5, 2024

It was very bad

Tumeka Happy T.

October 4, 2025

APM WC

2/52,747 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mount Ayliff 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town start from $30. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
The average bus trip duration from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 661 miles (1065 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mount Ayliff to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town at 11:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town generates an estimated 27 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Mount Ayliff to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller 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

11/26

$36

11/27

$41

Today

$44

11/29

$36

11/30

$44

12/01

$38

12/02

$37

12/03

$38

The cheapest trip from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $68 for a bus ticket from Mount Ayliff to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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.