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

The cheapest way to get from Cape Town to Kimberley is to car train which costs R 350 - R 600 and takes 26h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cape Town to Kimberley is to fly which takes 2h 2m and costs R 1 900 - R 3 800.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Kimberley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cape Town Stn and arriving at Tourist Info Center. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cape Town and Kimberley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cape Town and arriving at Kimberley. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 26h 10m.

How far is it from Cape Town to Kimberley?

The distance between Cape Town and Kimberley is 848 km. The road distance is 954.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cape Town to Kimberley without a car is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs R 450 - R 850.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Cape Town to Kimberley, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cape Town to Kimberley train from?

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

Bus or fly from Cape Town to Kimberley?

The best way to get from Cape Town to Kimberley is to fly which takes 2h 2m and costs R 1 900 - R 3 800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs R 450 - R 850 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Cape Town to Kimberley bus arrive?

Cape Town to Kimberley bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Tourist Info Center station.

Where does the Cape Town to Kimberley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cape Town to Kimberley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape Town to Kimberley is 954 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Cape Town to Kimberley.

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

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Where can I stay near Kimberley?

There are 36+ hotels available in Kimberley.

Cape Town to Kimberley - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car train, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cape Town to Kimberley by plane, bus (Greyhound), car train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Kimberley
best
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kimberley (KIM)plane CPT - KIM
2h 2m
R 1,969–3,804
Car train
cheapest
1. Take the car train from Cape Town to Kimberleycartrain
26h 10m
R 351–563
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cape Town Stn to Tourist Info Centerbus
11h 30m
R 450–850
Drive 954.2 km
1. Drive from Cape Town to Kimberleycar 954.2 km
11h 23m
R 2,150–3,106
Fly to Bram Fischer International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)plane CPT - BFN
2. Take the taxi from Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN) to Kimberleytaxi
3h 37m
R 2,709–4,829
Bus via Ritchie (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cape Town to Modderrivierbus
14h 20m
R 1,026–1,313

Cape Town to Kimberley by bus

21Weekly Buses

11h 30mAverage Duration

R 450Cheapest Price

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Distance: 848.4 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Cape Town, South Africa and Kimberley, South Africa?

Airlink flies from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kimberley (KIM) twice daily. Alternatively, Eagle Liner operates a bus from Cape Town Stn to Tourist Info Center twice daily. Tickets cost R 450–850 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Greyhound ZA also services this route once daily.

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