Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aberdeen - In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street | Bus Station - Old Marine Drive | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | ABERDEEN | CAPE TOWN | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Aberdeen - In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ABERDEEN | CAPE TOWN | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Caltex - 19 Andries Pretorius St. | 1 Old Marine Dr., Forshore | No tags |
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Get from Aberdeen to Cape Town
The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 411, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aberdeen and Cape Town?
Stops in Aberdeen
- A
Aberdeen - In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street
In front of Police Station, Andries Pretorius Street, Aberdeen, South Africa
Stops in Cape Town
- A1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aberdeen, ZA to Cape Town 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 Aberdeen to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aberdeen to Cape Town start at R 411. The average price for this route is around R 938. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Aberdeen to Cape Town is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 549 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Aberdeen to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect, Badela, Big Sky, Jacobs Coaches, Ramalo, Gxaweni, Wez We Coaches, Chilwans Express, ilulaBus, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Aberdeen to Cape Town at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Aberdeen to Cape Town produces an estimated 14 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 Aberdeen 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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aberdeen 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 offers the most punctual service from Aberdeen to Cape Town?
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 Aberdeen to Cape Town?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aberdeen, ZA to Cape Town was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 735To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aberdeen, ZA to Cape Town as early as possible.
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