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

The cheapest bus tickets from Tsomo to Cape Town start from $27. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Tsomo to Cape Town?

The average bus trip duration from Tsomo to Cape Town is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 559 miles (901 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Badela .

Which bus companies service the Tsomo to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Makalala Transport , Jobela Star , Badela , Mavumisa Transport , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tsomo to Cape Town at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Tsomo to Cape Town generates an estimated 23 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 Tsomo 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 45204 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Tsomo 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tsomo to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tsomo to Cape Town from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	TSOMO	15h 30m	5:00am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	13h 35m	7:15am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	15h 5m	7:00am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	14h 35m	6:30am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	No tags

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	14h 35m	6:30am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	15h 5m	7:00am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	No tags

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	14h 35m	6:30am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	15h 5m	7:00am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	No tags

Next departures for Tsomo to Cape Town on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	14h 35m	6:30am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	TSOMO	13h	2:00am	CAPE TOWN	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Tsomo - Bus rank	14h 15m	5:35am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	TSOMO	14h 45m	4:00am	CAPE TOWN	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	583 Main Rd. - Tsomo	15h 5m	7:00am	1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:00 PM SAST.

Get from Tsomo to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

14h 35mAverage Duration

559 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,239 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers had exciting and satisfying trips with safe arrivals. They enjoyed the journey and praised the excellent service provided.

Intercape Mainliner Tsomo Cape Town recent customer reviews

Good day, the bus was licking water, the toilets were stinking before we use them...Good thing it was moving fast and we arrived earlier and safe

Asivile M.

November 24, 2025

Arrived late and no toilets.Drivers did not want to stop for toilets 😭

Sivuyile Q.

November 28, 2025

The bus was late .we arrived very late in Cape Town bus station 😭

Siphosethu G.

November 25, 2025

Makalala Transport

3/5235 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent care and respect provided by the drivers. Additionally, they appreciated that the bus was neat inside, with tidy drivers who kept passengers updated throughout their journey.

Makalala Transport Tsomo Cape Town recent customer reviews

Very 👎 bad experience

Nyameka A.

January 2, 2026

Excellent,care,and respect from the Drivers

Sesethu B.

April 5, 2025

The bus was neat inside drivers were very neat and tidy kept us updated

Siboleke L.

October 16, 2023

Jobela Star

2.5/5297 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting timely arrivals and a generally satisfactory journey. However, some noted minor issues such as the lack of entertainment options like TV or radio and occasional warmth during travel. Despite these small concerns, travelers appreciated reaching their destinations on time.

Jobela Star Tsomo Cape Town recent customer reviews

Good trip little bit delayed on pickup station but we managed to arrive earlier

Amanda M.

November 24, 2025

Love the fact that it was on time and I got to get in Cape Town well on time as I was working the morning. Did not like that there was no entertainment like your TV and radio.

Masibambane M.

May 30, 2023

The bus did not arrive

Odwa M.

May 10, 2025

Badela

3.5/5271 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

Based on 271 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at $33

BADELA Tsomo Cape Town recent customer reviews

Bus arrived late, we were moved from one bus to another. Along the way it had a tire burst.

Bekithemba G.

October 8, 2024

The bus was not on time, Conductors were not organized some ladies were drunk talk to people any how.

Lumka N.

January 10, 2024

Mavumisa Transport

3/5100 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.4

APM WC

2/52,990 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tsomo 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 Tsomo to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tsomo to Cape Town start from $27. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Tsomo to Cape Town?
The average bus trip duration from Tsomo to Cape Town is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 559 miles (901 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Tsomo to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Makalala Transport, Jobela Star, Badela, Mavumisa Transport, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tsomo to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Tsomo to Cape Town at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tsomo to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Tsomo to Cape Town generates an estimated 23 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 Tsomo 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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tsomo to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Tsomo 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tsomo to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela, 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

01/03

$78

01/04

$74

Today

$66

01/06

$63

01/07

$61

01/08

$68

01/09

$56

01/10

$56

The cheapest trip from Tsomo to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $56

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

You can expect to pay from $56 to $111 for a bus ticket from Tsomo to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually Intercape 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.