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Which bus from Cape Town to Tarkastad is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to Tarkastad. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, APM or MAKALALATRANSPORT. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£24
tomorrow
Wednesday
£15
Thursday
£15
Friday
£24
Saturday
£23
Sunday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 14h 25m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:55 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £24
MAKALALATRANSPORT 11h 50m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £25
Intercape 12h 5m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:35 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £26
MAKALALATRANSPORT 10h 50m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £27
Eagle Liner 11h 15m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 04:15 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 11h 25m 16:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:25 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £15
Intercape 14h 25m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:55 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £24
Eagle Liner 11h 15m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 04:15 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £25
MAKALALATRANSPORT 11h 50m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £25
Badela 9h 0m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 04:00 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 11h 25m 16:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:25 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £15
City to City 11h 10m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:10 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £19
Intercape 14h 25m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:55 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £23
MAKALALATRANSPORT 11h 50m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £25
Badela 9h 0m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 04:00 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 14h 25m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:55 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £24
Intercape 12h 5m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:35 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £26
Intercape 11h 50m 19:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:20 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £26
Intercape 12h 5m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:05 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £27
Intercape 11h 50m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 06:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 14h 25m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:55 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £23
Intercape 12h 5m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:35 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £26
Intercape 11h 50m 19:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:20 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £26
Intercape 12h 5m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:05 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £27
Intercape 11h 50m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 06:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 11h 25m 16:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:25 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £14
Intercape 14h 25m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 05:55 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £23
MAKALALATRANSPORT 11h 50m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:50 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £23
Eagle Liner 11h 15m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 04:15 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £29
Badela 9h 0m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 04:00 Tarkastad Bus Stop  Economy £29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cape Town to Tarkastad is £14 on 25/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and Tarkastad?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to Tarkastad. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily coaches from Cape Town to Tarkastad. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Cape Town and Tarkastad.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 42 coaches from Cape Town to Tarkastad, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Tarkastad, with 36 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Tarkastad bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and MAKALALATRANSPORT that travel daily 13 times by bus from Cape Town to Tarkastad in one click. Book your Cape Town to Tarkastad bus ticket starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 9h 0m
Earliest Coach 15:30
Latest Coach 19:30
Daily Bus Connections 13 Ø
Distance 761.3 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, MAKALALATRANSPORT, Badela, Eagle Liner, City to City and Big Sky Intercity

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Tarkastad?

Every day, 13 buses from 7 coach companies leave Cape Town for Tarkastad. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 19/01/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 19/01
£25
Tuesday 20/01
Wednesday 21/01
£15
Thursday 22/01
£15
Friday 23/01
£24
Saturday 24/01
£23
Sunday 25/01
£14
Monday 26/01
£14
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
£23
Thursday 29/01
Friday 30/01
Saturday 31/01
Sunday 01/02
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
Friday 06/02
Saturday 07/02
Sunday 08/02
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
Wednesday 11/02
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
Sunday 15/02

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Tarkastad

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Tarkastad, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £14, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Tarkastad. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £24.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Tarkastad, with £14. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Tarkastad

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cape Town to Tarkastad in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cape Town to Tarkastad, 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 coaches from Cape Town to Tarkastad are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Tarkastad

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and Tarkastad. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to Tarkastad

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to Tarkastad. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to Tarkastad bus

How much does a Cape Town Tarkastad coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town Tarkastad bus trip is available from £14 and takes 11h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £41. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Tarkastad.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town Tarkastad route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to Tarkastad is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Tarkastad from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to Tarkastad is provided by Badela and takes 9h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £32. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Tarkastad departs from Cape Town at 15:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cape Town to Tarkastad?

The latest bus to Tarkastad departs from Cape Town at 19:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town Tarkastad route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to Tarkastad can travel with Intercape, APM and MAKALALATRANSPORT. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Tarkastad?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Tarkastad 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, APM and MAKALALATRANSPORT.

What can I take with me on the bus to Tarkastad from Cape Town?

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 bus for the Cape Town Tarkastad bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town Tarkastad 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 travelling 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 Cape Town to Tarkastad on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Cape Town to Tarkastad?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 13 daily trips between Cape Town and Tarkastad. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cape Town to Tarkastad?

Prices and availability for 13 trips between Cape Town and Tarkastad change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Cape Town and to Tarkastad

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