Bus Margate (ZA) to Cape Town: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

$54

Friday

$80

Saturday

Sunday

$77

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Big Sky Intercity	21h 40m	10:10 AM	Margate (ZA)	Margate - Margate Mini Coach Office	7:50 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Basic	$54	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Margate - Margate Mini Coach Office, Margate (ZA) (South Africa) at 4/23/2026 10:10:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 4/24/2026 7:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m
	Intercape	29h 15m	7:15 AM	Margate (ZA)	Margate	12:30 PM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$77	A Bus from Intercape goes from Margate, Margate (ZA) (South Africa) at 4/23/2026 7:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 4/24/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	29h 15m	7:15 AM	Margate (ZA)	Margate	12:30 PM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$80	A Bus from Intercape goes from Margate, Margate (ZA) (South Africa) at 4/24/2026 7:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 4/25/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town via Bellville, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Big Sky Intercity
  
  33h 45m
  
  0
  
  10:10 AM
  
  Margate (ZA)
  Margate - Margate Mini Coach Office
  
  7:20 AM
  
  Bellville
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $54
  
  A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Margate - Margate Mini Coach Office, Margate (ZA) (South Africa) at 4/23/2026 10:10:00 AM to Bus Station, Bellville (South Africa) arriving at 4/24/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
- Williams Coaches
  
  0h 25m
  
  0
  
  7:30 PM
  
  Bellville
  Bus Station
  
  7:55 PM
  
  Cape Town
  Civic Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $16
  
  A Bus from Williams Coaches goes from Bus Station, Bellville (South Africa) at 4/24/2026 7:30:00 PM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 4/24/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
Travel time is 4h 30m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	29h 15m	7:15 AM	Margate (ZA)	Margate	12:30 PM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$77	A Bus from Intercape goes from Margate, Margate (ZA) (South Africa) at 4/26/2026 7:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 4/27/2026 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town is $52 on 4/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape and Big Sky Intercity that travel 1 times every day by bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town starting from $52!

Cheapest Bus	$52
Fastest Bus	21h 40m
Earliest Bus	7:15 AM
Latest Bus	7:15 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	728.1 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest bus connections from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Margate (ZA) for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

Tuesday 04/21

Wednesday 04/22

Thursday 04/23

$54

Friday 04/24

$80

Saturday 04/25

Sunday 04/26

$77

Monday 04/27

Tuesday 04/28

Wednesday 04/29

Thursday 04/30

$77

Friday 05/01

$75

Saturday 05/02

Sunday 05/03

$81

Monday 05/04

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$71

Saturday 05/09

Sunday 05/10

$70

Monday 05/11

Tuesday 05/12

Wednesday 05/13

Thursday 05/14

$75

Friday 05/15

$79

Saturday 05/16

How to save money travelling from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Margate (ZA) and Cape Town

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Margate (ZA) and Cape Town.

Margate - Margate Mini Coach Office

Jenkins St 5

Margate - Maroela Flats

Marine Dr 115

Margate - Retirement Village

Margate - Widenham (Hibiscus) Retirement Village

Cycad Gardens 9

Civic Center

Old Marine Dr

Durban Road

Durban Road 181

Darling Bus Stop

Darling Darling

Intercape Depot

Morris Cl

Jobela Star Bus Services Bus Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town? Or which bus companies serve the route Margate (ZA) to Cape Town? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Margate (ZA) to Cape Town bus

How much does a Margate (ZA) Cape Town bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $52 and takes 21h 40m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $52 and $80. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cape Town.

On average, how many connections are available from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town each day?

Every day, the Margate (ZA) to Cape Town bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town take?

The fastest bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town is offered by Big Sky Intercity and takes 21h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $54. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town?

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from Margate (ZA) starts at 7:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from Margate (ZA) for Cape Town starts at 7:15 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Margate (ZA) Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town, passengers can travel with Intercape and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Margate (ZA) and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between Margate (ZA) and Cape Town by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Margate (ZA) to Cape Town bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Margate (ZA) Cape Town bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Margate (ZA) Cape Town bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Margate (ZA) to Cape Town?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Margate (ZA) to Cape Town

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Margate (ZA) and to Cape Town

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Margate (ZA) and to Cape Town. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!