Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Train station, King Williams Town | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | SWELLENDAM | King Williams Town Railway Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Railway Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Railway Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Station - Qonce 5601 | No tags |
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Get from Swellendam to King William’s Town
The journey takes about 11 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 Swellendam and King William’s Town?
Stops in Swellendam
- A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
Stops in King William’s Town
- A
King Williams Town Railway Station
King William's Town, 5601, South Africa - BRailway Station, 1 Grey St, Qonce, 5601, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swellendam to King William’s 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 Swellendam to King William’s Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to King William’s Town start from $32. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Swellendam to King William’s Town?
The average bus travel time from Swellendam to King William’s Town is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 658 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 35m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to King William’s Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swellendam to King William’s Town?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to King William’s Town at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to King William’s Town?
A bus trip from Swellendam to King William’s Town generates an estimated 16 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 Swellendam to King William’s 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 Swellendam to King William’s 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 Swellendam to King William’s 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 Swellendam to King William’s 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Swellendam to King William’s Town was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swellendam to King William’s Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $144 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to King William’s Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-06.
