- Margate to Cape Town buses
Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall) | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall) | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags |
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Get from Margate to Cape Town
The journey takes about 21 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Margate, ZA 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Margate to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Margate to Cape Town start from $50. The average price for this route is around $60. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Margate to Cape Town?
The average bus trip duration from Margate to Cape Town is 21h 35m, covering a distance of 726 miles (1170 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 10m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Margate to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Margate to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Margate to Cape Town at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Margate to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Margate to Cape Town generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Margate to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3334 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Margate to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Margate to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Margate to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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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 Margate, ZA to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $109 for a bus ticket from Margate, ZA to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2026-01-14.
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