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

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town 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 to Beaufort West?

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Beaufort West is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs R 1 000 - R 1 500.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cape Town 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 to Beaufort West?

The distance between Cape Town and Beaufort West is 466 km. The road distance is 461.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cape Town to Beaufort West without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs R 260 - R 650.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Where does the Cape Town to Beaufort West bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cape Town to Beaufort West train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cape Town to Beaufort West?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Beaufort West is 462 km. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Cape Town to Beaufort West.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cape Town to Beaufort West?

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Where can I stay near Beaufort West?

There are 92+ hotels available in Beaufort West.

Cape Town to Beaufort West - 4 ways to travel via bus, car train, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cape Town to Beaufort West by bus (Greyhound), car train, car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cape Town Stn to Bird Stbus
5h 45m
R 260–650
Car train
1. Take the cartrain from Cape Town to Beaufort Westcartrain
16h 50m
R 270–290
Drive 461.7 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to Beaufort Westcar 461.7 km
4h 39m
R 1,037–1,498
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 1,614–3,619

Cape Town to Beaufort West by bus

56Weekly Buses

5h 45mAverage Duration

R 260Cheapest Price

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Distance: 465.9 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Cape Town, 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. Two other operators also service this route. 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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