Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | No tags |
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Get from Somerset East to Cape Town
The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Somerset East 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 Somerset East to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset East to Cape Town start from $40. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Somerset East to Cape Town?
The average bus travel time from Somerset East to Cape Town is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 679 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Somerset East to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Somerset East to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset East to Cape Town at 6:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset East to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Somerset East to Cape Town generates an estimated 17 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 Somerset East to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset East to Cape Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Somerset East to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Somerset East to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Somerset East to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset East to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $84 for a bus ticket from Somerset East to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Intercape, Jacobs Coaches 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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