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Bulawayo, Zimbabwe → Cape Town, The Republic of South Africa

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Three ways to Travel from Bulawayo to Cape Town

Composite routes from Bulawayo to Cape Town

Cheapest
23 h 51 min
Car
2256 km.
from $124
Other
33 h 8 min
1830 km.
Select a ticket
34 h 9 min
1830 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Safair

Website:
flysafair.co.za/
Plane from Bulawayo to Cape
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.83–$319.71

Kenya Airways

Website:
kenya-airways.com/
Plane from Bulawayo to Cape
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$281.34–$959.13

Airlink

Phone:
+27 11 451 7300
Website:
flyairlink.com/
Plane from Bulawayo to Cape
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$306.92–$767.30

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Park Station to Cape
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$62.66

Eagle Liner

Phone:
+27 87 150 1895
Email:
Website:
eagleliner.co.za
Bus from Park Station to Cape
Ave. Duration:
17h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.58–$83.12

Bravo Tours

Phone:
+263 713 800001
Email:
Website:
bravotours.co.zw/
Bus from Bulawayo to Johannesburg
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Eagle Liner Coaches

Phone:
+263 77 7 057 085
Email:
Website:
eaglelinercoaches.co.zw/
Bus from Bulawayo to Gweru
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Tamuka Coaches

Phone:
+27 84 575 4609
Website:
tamukacoaches.com/
Bus from Gweru to Cape
Ave. Duration:
29h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$113.68

Train operators

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Klerksdorp to Cape
Ave. Duration:
33h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$27.16–$43.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town?

The cheapest way to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town is to drive and car train which costs $184.78 - $282.61 and takes 46h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town?

The fastest way to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $195.65 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Bulawayo and Cape Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Bulawayo to Cape Town. However, there are services departing from Bulawayo and arriving at Cape Town Stn via Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 9m.

How far is it from Bulawayo to Cape Town?

The distance between Bulawayo and Cape Town is 1880 km. The road distance is 2257.5 km.

How do I travel from Bulawayo to Cape Town without a car?

The best way to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town without a car is to bus which takes 33h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bulawayo to Cape Town bus from?

Bulawayo to Cape Town bus services, operated by Bravo Tours, depart from Bulawayo station.

Bus or fly from Bulawayo to Cape Town?

The best way to get from Bulawayo to Cape Town is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $195.65 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 33h 8m.

Where does the Bulawayo to Cape Town bus arrive?

Bulawayo to Cape Town bus services, operated by Bravo Tours, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Bulawayo to Cape Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Bulawayo to Cape Town is 2258 km. It takes approximately 24h 47m to drive from Bulawayo to Cape Town.

Where can I stay near Cape Town?

There are 5912+ hotels available in Cape Town. Prices start at $45.60 per night.
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