Passengers have shared positive experiences with Intercape, highlighting the friendly staff and comfortable rides. Many appreciated the cleanliness of the buses and punctuality at departure points. However, some reviews noted issues such as non-functional charging ports, occasional water leakage inside buses, blocked toilets, and delays in arrival times due to traffic or lack of communication about pick-up schedules.
Intercape Mainliner Port Shepstone Cape Town recent customer reviews
Driving smooth and comfortable. Friendly staff and Bus was on time no delay I enjoyed this trip
5 out of 5 stars
Skhumbuzo Eric Z.
The drivers were friendly, nice and patient, but we we got picked up at least an hour late with no communication of if and when we will be picked up in Port Shepstone. We also arrived 2 hours late at Cape Town.
3 out of 5 stars
Gcina J.
I enjoyed that it was comfortable but my charging point was not working I had to charge in the seat opposite me
Intercity bus has been appreciated for providing a wonderful journey experience, as mentioned by users. However, there have been reports of delays at pick-up points and destinations. Additionally, some passengers expressed concerns about the lack of access to toilets during certain segments of their travel route.
Intercity Xpress Port Shepstone Cape Town recent customer reviews
The best trip ever.clean toilet. Friendly driver. This is my first with this bus won't be my last
5 out of 5 stars
Charmaine S.
It was 30 mins late on a pick up point & 2 hrs late on our destination,thats bad. 😰
Not to allow passengers to use garage toilets from Kokstad garage to Fort Jackson, we are sick, we need to relieve ourselves now & again.
4 out of 5 stars
Kangelwa N.
The condition of the bus was very bad, and the time of arrival was way past the allocated time
Based on 3061 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $66
Based on 2747 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 $77
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Shepstone to Cape Town 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 Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Shepstone to Cape Town start from $43. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Port Shepstone to Cape Town is 1d , covering a distance of 1165 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Port Shepstone to Cape Town route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Port Shepstone to Cape Town at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Port Shepstone to Cape Town generates an estimated 29 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 Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
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 Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
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 Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
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 Port Shepstone to Cape Town?
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.
Best price found
11-26
$69
11-27
$64
Today
$49
11-29
$55
11-30
$52
12-01
$67
12-02
$65
12-03
$65
The cheapest trip from Port Shepstone to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $49
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Shepstone to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $99 for a bus ticket from Port Shepstone to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Big Sky, Intercity Xpress 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.
The cheapest trip from Port Shepstone to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $49
