How much is the bus ticket from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

The cheapest bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West start from $33. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

The average bus travel time from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 412 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Milta Coaches , APM WC , Big Sky , Greyhound South Africa , Intercity Xpress , ilulaBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

The earliest bus departs from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

A bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West generates an estimated 10 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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?

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.

Bus Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:10pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	7h 35m	5:45am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	6h 40m	5:00am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	7h 20m	5:40am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:20pm	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	6h 35m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	7h 15m	6:40am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

412 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $102	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$36 - $65	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Plettenberg Bay and Somerset West?

Stops in Plettenberg Bay

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Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay

Stops in Somerset West

A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Intercape

3.5/544,095 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 44095 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Intercape Mainliner Plettenberg Bay Somerset West recent customer reviews

Apart from being half an hour late (understandable given the weather conditions) the trip was seamless and comfortable even though the bus was completely full. I felt safe and secure, shuttle was on time and comfortable

Judy B.

April 23, 2024

Everything was fine. Expect for the urine smell at the back seats where the toilet was.

Obinna E.

February 22, 2020

Good service

Washington Z.

March 3, 2023

Milta Coaches

APM WC

2/52,755 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2755 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $33

APMWC Plettenberg Bay Somerset West recent customer reviews

Pathetic... My bus never arrived at all and no contact was made with me and contact numbers given weren't availble

Gregory F.

May 27, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53,067 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,167 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Intercity Xpress

3/511,050 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West 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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West start from $33. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
The average bus travel time from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 412 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Milta Coaches, APM WC, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West generates an estimated 10 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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
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 Plettenberg Bay to Somerset West?
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.

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