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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Train station, King Williams Town | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Train station, King Williams Town | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Railway Station | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Railway Station | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | King Williams Town Railway Station | SWELLENDAM | No tags |
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Get from King William’s Town to Swellendam
The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in King William’s Town and Swellendam?
Stops in King William’s Town
- A
King Williams Town Railway Station
King William's Town, 5601, South Africa - BRailway Station, 1 Grey St, Qonce, 5601, South Africa
Stops in Swellendam
- A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from King William’s Town to Swellendam 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 King William’s Town to Swellendam?
The cheapest bus tickets from King William’s Town to Swellendam start from $32. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 King William’s Town to Swellendam?
The average bus travel time from King William’s Town to Swellendam is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 657 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the King William’s Town to Swellendam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from King William’s Town to Swellendam?
The earliest bus departs from King William’s Town to Swellendam at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from King William’s Town to Swellendam?
A bus trip from King William’s Town to Swellendam generates an estimated 16 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 King William’s Town to Swellendam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from King William’s Town to Swellendam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from King William’s Town to Swellendam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from King William’s Town to Swellendam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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 King William’s Town to Swellendam was searched and found on Dec 4, 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 King William’s Town to Swellendam, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $99 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.
