Bus Tickets from Cape Town to East London

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to East London on November 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyCheapest
    Jacobs CoachesBus
      Bus Station - Civic Centre
      EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyFastest
      Big SkyBus
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
        Intercape MainlinerBus
          Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
          Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
          Jacobs CoachesBus
            Bus Station - Civic Centre
            EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:49 PM SAST.

            Compare 2 ways to go from Cape Town to East London

            We recommend taking the shuttle

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2shuttle per day
            15h 45mAverage Duration
            867 kmDistance
            27kgCO₂ emissions
            Average Price$29 - $174Average Duration16h 15m
            22kg CO₂e
            Shuttle
            Average Price$58 - $58Average Duration15h 45m
            27kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to East London by bus

            1. 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).

            2. 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 Railway Station, in East London.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            11-14
            $31
            11-15
            $33
            Today
            $32
            11-17
            $31
            11-18
            $32
            11-19
            $32
            11-20
            $31
            11-21
            $32
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to East London was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $31

            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 $31 to $121 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 $31 which is on 2025-11-17.

            Usually Intercape 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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