What is the best way to travel from Cape Town to Stellenbosch?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Stellenbosch from Cape Town?
You can reach Stellenbosch with just £11 by taking a Bus from City to City, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 06/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 06/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 09/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 09/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 09/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 09/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 09/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 09/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Cape Town to Stellenbosch?
You can get to Stellenbosch from Cape Town in just 0h 55m with a Bus from Greyhound South Africa. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 06/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 06/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 07/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 08/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 08/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 09/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 09/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 09/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 09/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 09/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 09/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 10/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownCivic Center19:25StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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Greyhound South Africa0h 55m018:30Cape TownAdderley Coach Stop19:25StellenboschMerriman Laan0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 18:30:00 to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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City to City1h 10m017:00Cape TownCivic Center18:10StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from City to City goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 17:00:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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APM1h 35m018:30Cape TownCivic Center20:05StellenboschBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cape Town to Stellenbosch
What are the most popular stations in Cape Town and Stellenbosch?
In Cape Town, you will usually depart from Civic Center, Darling Bus Stop or Jobela Star Bus Services Coach Station, while in Stellenbosch you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Merriman Laan or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Stellenbosch from Cape Town? With 4 connections between 4 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cape Town and Stellenbosch, you can pay as low as £11 with a Bus from City to City.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Greyhound South Africa: you will get to Stellenbosch in just 0h 55m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cape Town and Stellenbosch are Greyhound South Africa, APM and City to City, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cape Town and Stellenbosch is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Rosebank or to Somerset West, and look at flights from Cape Town Airport, and landing at Cape Town Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cape Town to Stellenbosch?
The most popular companies between Cape Town and Stellenbosch, are Greyhound South Africa, APM and City to City. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound South Africa, APM and City to City
All you need to know when you travel from Cape Town to Stellenbosch
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cape Town to Stellenbosch. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cape Town to Stellenbosch
How can I reach Stellenbosch from Cape Town?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Stellenbosch from Cape Town.
How far is Stellenbosch from Cape Town?
The distance between Cape Town and Stellenbosch is 40.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cape Town and Stellenbosch?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 7 kgs, and a flight 10 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cape Town to Stellenbosch?
You can get to Stellenbosch with just £11 by taking a Bus from City to City.
What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Stellenbosch?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Stellenbosch in just 0h 55m with a Bus from Greyhound South Africa.
More routes to Cape Town and to Stellenbosch
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cape Town and to Stellenbosch. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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