Bus from Harare to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Harare to Cape Town on January 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Nabil TransportBus
Fifth St & Robert Mugabe Rd
Bellville - 1a, Meath Street, Oakdale, Bellville, Cape TownCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:00 AM CAT.

Get from Harare to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 18hAverage Duration
2187 kmDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harare 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Harare to Cape Town?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Harare to Cape Town start from $143. The average price for this route is around $157. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Harare to Cape Town?

    The average bus travel time from Harare to Cape Town is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 2187 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Chihwa Tours.

  3. Which bus companies service the Harare to Cape Town route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Nabil Transport, Munenzwa, Wez We Coaches, MB Transport, Chihwa Tours, Chamboko Deluxe Coaches.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Harare to Cape Town?

    The earliest bus departs from Harare to Cape Town at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harare to Cape Town?

    A bus trip from Harare to Cape Town generates an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Harare to Cape Town?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Chamboko Deluxe Coaches, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Harare to Cape Town?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Nabil Transport has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Harare to Cape Town?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Nabil Transport, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Harare to Cape Town?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Nabil Transport, with a cleanliness rating of 3.9 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
01-08
$194
01-09
$154
Today
$222
01-11
$218
01-12
$222
01-13
$178
01-14
$178
01-15
$177
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Harare to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $154

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

You can expect to pay from $154 to $222 for a bus ticket from Harare to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually Munenzwa 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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