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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City @ Steers | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600 | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | PLETTENBERG BAY | SWELLENDAM | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:11 PM SAST.
Get from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam
The journey takes about 4 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 Plettenberg Bay and Swellendam?
Stops in Plettenberg Bay
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Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay
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 Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
The cheapest bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam start from $32. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 Swellendam?
The average bus travel time from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 270 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
The earliest bus departs from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
A bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam generates an estimated 7 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 Swellendam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 565 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $98 for a bus ticket from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-20.
