If you want to avoid traffic delays when driving in Cape Town, it is a good idea to stay off the roads during the busy commuter rush hour. Rush hour in Cape Town generally falls from 07:00 to 09:00 and 16:00 to 18:30. During these times, main roads like Highway 2 and Highway 1 are likely to be heavily congested. Cape Town roads are likely to be slightly quieter at weekends.