- Cape Town to Queenstown buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | Railway Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Queenstown Station | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd. | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Queenstown
The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 346, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Queenstown?
Stops in Cape Town
- A
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - B8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- 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 Queenstown
- A14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
- B
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa - CQueenstown, 5320, South Africa
- D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Queenstown, ZA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Queenstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Queenstown start at R 346. The average price for this route is around R 744. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Queenstown?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Queenstown is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 820 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Queenstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Makalala Transport, Jobela Star, Badela, Eagle Liner, Wez We Coaches, Delta Coaches, Mavumisa Transport, Flexi City Connect, Gxaweni, Nobles, Ramalo, ilulaBus, Chilwans Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Queenstown?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Queenstown at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Queenstown?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Queenstown produces an estimated 20.497474999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Queenstown?
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 45779 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Queenstown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Queenstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Cape Town to Queenstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 Queenstown, ZA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 494 to R 1 555 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Queenstown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 494, which is on 2026-04-03.
Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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.
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