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Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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Average PriceUS$22 - US$79 | Average Duration16h 5m | 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Shuttle | Average PriceUS$36 - US$62 | Average Duration15h 45m | 27kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cape Town to East London: Trip Overview
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Cape Town to East London Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - East London
What is the travel distance from Cape Town to East London?
The distance covered from Cape Town to East London is 887 km (550 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cape Town to East London?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Bus Station - Civic Centre, in Cape Town, and end it at Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), in East London.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$75 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20 which is on 2025-08-01.
Usually MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cape Town to East London but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to East London, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to East London will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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