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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Plettenberg Bay
    Destination location: Shell Ultra City @ Steers
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Plettenberg Bay
    Destination location: Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Plettenberg Bay
    Destination location: Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Plettenberg Bay
    Destination location: Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Plettenberg Bay
    Destination location: Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$41
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance436 km
Latest bus departure8:45pm

Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Plettenberg Bay

  1. How long is the trip from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay by bus?

    The typical travel time from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay by bus is around 8h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 6h 15m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay?

    The distance covered from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay is 457 km (284 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town, and end it at Plettenberg Bay, in Plettenberg Bay.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Plettenberg Bay from Cape Town; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at $1, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay?

    The bus fare from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay is approximately $1.

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

Best price found
06-15
$40
06-16
$31
Today
$30
06-18
$32
06-19
$32
06-20
$32
06-21
$31
06-22
$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on Jun 17, 2025 with a price of $30

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 Plettenberg Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $124 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-06-21.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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