Bus Matatiele to Cape Town: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Matatiele to Cape Town

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Matatiele to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape or Big Tree Coaches for the next days.

today

$34

tomorrow

$40

Friday

$34

Saturday

$42

Sunday

$40

Monday

Tuesday

$40

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	21h 30m	9:15 AM	Matatiele	Bus Station	6:45 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/18/2026 9:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/19/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	21h 30m	9:15 AM	Matatiele	Bus Station	6:45 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$40	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/19/2026 9:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/20/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	21h 30m	9:15 AM	Matatiele	Bus Station	6:45 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/20/2026 9:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/21/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
	Big Tree Coaches	19h 20m	12:00 PM	Matatiele	Shoprite	7:20 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$61	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Shoprite, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/20/2026 12:00:00 PM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/21/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	21h 30m	9:15 AM	Matatiele	Shoprite	6:45 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Basic	$42	A Bus from Intercape goes from Shoprite, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/21/2026 9:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/22/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
	Big Tree Coaches	19h 20m	12:00 PM	Matatiele	Shoprite	7:20 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$62	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Shoprite, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/21/2026 12:00:00 PM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/22/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	21h 30m	9:15 AM	Matatiele	Bus Station	6:45 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$40	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/22/2026 9:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/23/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	21h 30m	9:15 AM	Matatiele	Bus Station	6:45 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$40	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Station, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/24/2026 9:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/25/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 30m
	Big Tree Coaches	19h 20m	12:00 PM	Matatiele	Shoprite	7:20 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center		Economy	$53	A Bus from Big Tree Coaches goes from Shoprite, Matatiele (South Africa) at 2/24/2026 12:00:00 PM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 2/25/2026 7:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Matatiele to Cape Town is $34 on 2/18/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Matatiele and Cape Town

See here how frequent the connections between Matatiele and Cape Town are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Matatiele to Cape Town. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Matatiele and Cape Town.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 buses from Matatiele to Cape Town, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Matatiele and Cape Town, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Matatiele to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape and Big Tree Coaches that travel 1 times every day by bus from Matatiele to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town starting from $34!

Cheapest Bus	$34
Fastest Bus	19h 20m
Earliest Bus	9:15 AM
Latest Bus	12:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	654.9 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape and Big Tree Coaches

Cheapest bus connections from Matatiele to Cape Town

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Matatiele for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/18/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

$34

Thursday 02/19

$40

Friday 02/20

$34

Saturday 02/21

$42

Sunday 02/22

$40

Monday 02/23

Tuesday 02/24

$40

Wednesday 02/25

$34

Thursday 02/26

Friday 02/27

$40

Saturday 02/28

$36

Sunday 03/01

Monday 03/02

$40

Tuesday 03/03

Wednesday 03/04

$40

Thursday 03/05

$40

Friday 03/06

$41

Saturday 03/07

$40

Sunday 03/08

$42

Monday 03/09

$40

Tuesday 03/10

$40

Wednesday 03/11

Thursday 03/12

$40

Friday 03/13

Saturday 03/14

The cheapest time to travel from Matatiele to Cape Town

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Matatiele to Cape Town, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $33, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Matatiele to Cape Town. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $40.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Matatiele to Cape Town, with $34. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

How to save money travelling from Matatiele 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 Matatiele 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 Matatiele 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 Matatiele to Cape Town are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Matatiele to Cape Town

These are the most booked bus companies between Matatiele to Cape Town from our users.

Intercape from Matatiele to Cape Town

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Matatiele to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price	$34
Fastest Bus	21h 30m
Earliest Bus	9:15 AM
Last Bus	9:15 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	2/11/2026

Big Tree Coaches from Matatiele to Cape Town

Here you will find the key facts about the Big Tree Coaches bus route Matatiele to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price	$53
Fastest Bus	19h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:00 PM
Last Bus	12:00 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	2/1/2026

All bus stations and stops in Matatiele and Cape Town

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Matatiele and Cape Town.

Bus Station

Long Street 62

Shoprite

Heinz Motors

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 Matatiele to Cape Town

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

FAQs about the Matatiele to Cape Town bus

How much does a Matatiele Cape Town bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $34 and takes 21h 30m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Matatiele to Cape Town?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $34 and $62. 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 Matatiele to Cape Town each day?

Every day, the Matatiele 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 Matatiele to Cape Town take?

The fastest bus from Matatiele to Cape Town is offered by Big Tree Coaches and takes 19h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $61. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Matatiele to Cape Town?

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from Matatiele starts at 9:15 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 Matatiele to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from Matatiele for Cape Town starts at 12:00 PM. 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 Matatiele Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from Matatiele to Cape Town, passengers can travel with Intercape and Big Tree Coaches. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Matatiele and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between Matatiele 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 Tree Coaches.

What can I take with me on the Matatiele 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 Matatiele 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 Matatiele 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 Matatiele to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Matatiele 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 Matatiele and to Cape Town

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