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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200 | Somerset East (Engen Garage) - Engen Garage, 24 Worcester St, Somerset East, 5850 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200 | Somerset East (Engen Garage) - Engen Garage, 24 Worcester St, Somerset East, 5850 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | East London Station | Somerset East (Engen Garage) - Engen Garage, 24 Worcester St, Somerset East, 5850 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | N2, Shell Fort Jackson | Somerset East (Engen Garage) - Engen Garage, 24 Worcester St, Somerset East, 5850 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags |
Get from East London to Somerset East
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Somerset East by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from East London to Somerset East?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Somerset East start from $28. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from East London to Somerset East?
The average bus travel time from East London to Somerset East is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 219 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Mini Mobile.
Which bus companies service the East London to Somerset East route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Flexi City Connect, Intercape, Jacobs Coaches, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from East London to Somerset East?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Somerset East at 1:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Somerset East?
A bus trip from East London to Somerset East generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from East London to Somerset East?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Somerset East?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from East London to Somerset East?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Somerset East?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from East London to Somerset East was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East London to Somerset East, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $83 for a bus ticket from East London to Somerset East based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually Jacobs Coaches 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.
