Bus Tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

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TodayJun 15
from US$22
TomorrowJun 16
from US$22
TueJun 17
from US$19
WedJun 18
from US$19
ThuJun 19
from US$22
FriJun 20
from US$22
SatJun 21
from US$26
SunJun 22
from US$26

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
    Arrival time: June 16 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Port Elizabeth to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$32
Average Bus Trip Duration12h
Number of daily buses53
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance645 km
Latest bus departure9:50pm

Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Port Elizabeth - Cape Town

  1. How long is the trip from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town by bus?

    The bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town takes 12h, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 8h 50m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Port Elizabeth and Cape Town are 661 km (410 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) in Port Elizabeth will take you to Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at US$19, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    The bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town will cost you US$32, on average.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Yes! If you're heading from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, you'll find buses departing until 9:50pm and arriving the next day.

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

Best price found
06-13
US$22
06-14
US$22
Today
US$20
06-16
US$20
06-17
US$18
06-18
US$18
06-19
US$20
06-20
US$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town was searched and found on Jun 17, 2025 with a price of US$18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$43 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-06-17.

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.

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Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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