What is the cheapest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West?

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West is to car train which costs R 270 - R 290 and takes 16h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 500.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town (Station) and Beaufort West?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Bird St. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cape Town (Station) and Beaufort West?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cape Town and arriving at Beaufort West. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16h 50m.

How far is it from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West?

The distance between Cape Town (Station) and Beaufort West is 466 km. The road distance is 460.4 km.

How do I travel from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West without a car?

The best way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs R 389 - R 395.

How long does it take to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West?

The bus from Cape Town Stn to Bird St takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West bus from?

Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Cape Town Stn station.

Where do I catch the Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West train from?

Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Cape Town station.

Where does the Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West bus arrive?

Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Bird St station.

Where does the Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West train arrive?

Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, arrive at Beaufort West station.

Can I drive from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West is 460 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West.

Where can I stay near Beaufort West?

There are 93+ hotels available in Beaufort West.

Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West - 5 ways to travel via bus, and car train

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There are 5 ways to get from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West by bus, car train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cape Town Stn to Bird Stbus
5h 45m
R 389–395
Bus via Cape Town
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Beaufort Westbus
6h 10m
R 260–360
Car train
1. Take the cartrain from Cape Town to Beaufort Westcartrain
16h 50m
R 270–290
Drive 460.4 km
1. Drive from Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort Westcar 460.4 km
4h 38m
R 1,030–1,487
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to George Airport (GRJ)plane CPT - GRJ
2. Take the bus from St Marks Square to Beaufort Westbus
5h 52m
R 1,563–3,618

Cape Town (Station) to Beaufort West by bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 465.9 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Cape Town (Station), South Africa and Beaufort West, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Cape Town Stn to Bird St 4 times a day. Tickets cost R 389–395 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, Shosholoza Meyl operates a vehicle from Cape Town to Beaufort West once a week. Tickets cost R 270–290 and the journey takes 16h 50m.

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