Roodepoort to Cape Town by bus
Cape Town lies 1,253 km (778 mi) south-west of Roodepoort, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 22 h 44 min including stops, over roughly 1,528 km (950 mi) of road.
| Roodepoort | Cape Town | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 326,416 | 4.8 million |
| Elevation | 1,738 m (5,702 ft) | 25 m (82 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 1714–1794 | 7100–8160 |
Where to book buses from Roodepoort to Cape Town
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Staying in Cape Town
Our booking partner lists 6,750+ places to stay in Cape Town (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 810 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (570), and 70 are five-star. Across 640 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 386,360 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Cape Town from Roodepoort?
1,253 km (778 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Roodepoort; by road roughly 1,528 km (950 mi).
How long does it take to get from Roodepoort to Cape Town by bus?
About 22 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Roodepoort and Cape Town?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cape Town?
Our booking partner lists 6,750+ places to stay in Cape Town, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.