Passengers have shared positive experiences with the friendly and attentive drivers, as well as the overall comfort of their journeys. Many appreciated timely departures and arrivals, along with clean buses. However, some noted issues such as a lack of onboard toilets or unpleasant odors from existing facilities. Despite these minor concerns, travelers generally expressed satisfaction with the service provided by Interface Buses.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
The bus delayed.Just arrived now in King Williams Town, we were stuck in Grahams town and have to wait for another bus, couldn't attend the funeral in Eastern Cape Just waisted my money. I'm very disappointed I don't want to lie 😕
1 out of 5 stars
Zingi M.
The bus was very very cold I'm even sick now.. There was no heater.
Time of arriving in Kingwilliams town was accurate.
2 out of 5 stars
Buhle G.
It took us 20 hours instead of 14 hours to drive to our destination. The trip was extremely slow.
Many users appreciated the comfort and cleanliness of the buses, with some highlighting friendly drivers and enjoyable trips. However, there were common concerns about delays in departure times and a lack of communication regarding stops or refreshment breaks. Additionally, discrepancies between luggage policies on the website versus actual bus practices were noted by travelers.
APMWC Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
Everything was fine the seats and all, except the drivers they were so rude to the passengers
5 out of 5 stars
Asemahle N.
The trip was very pleasant... I just wish they could be more organized at the bus station with departures
5 out of 5 stars
Luyolo M.
Poor communication skills masana tell me uba how is it even possible uba I bus Ka 3 pm iyokuohuma NGO 8pmmmmh
Users have shared positive experiences regarding the cleanliness and comfort of the buses, as well as friendly interactions with drivers. Many appreciated that their journeys were on time or close to schedule despite minor delays. However, some users noted issues such as non-functional charging ports when lights are off and unpleasant conditions in public toilets during long trips.
Intercity Xpress Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
I rescheduled my trip for Wednesday and I was promised to get account number to top up the fare and for rescheduling.Nothing happened till to date. I am rebooking today for tomorrow. I have proof that I phoned doing reschedule. I am very very disappointed.
1 out of 5 stars
Nobathembu Philda M.
I really enjoyed my journey from Cape Town to East London and the hospitality from the drivers.
5 out of 5 stars
Mawethu K.
Comfortable and cozy to travel, travelling time period kept well even with delays that cropped up. What needs be seriously looked into, is your cellphone charging ports that works with lights on and once the lights are off charging power not available. Please have that changed.
Based on 195 reviews, the company was rated 2.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at £21
Flexi City Connect Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
It was not a great experience at all, destination was suppose to 8:15 but arrived at 11:00
1 out of 5 stars
Yolisa M.
The bus was clean drivers are nice...
I didn't like the fact that the bus I written 2T and no offices to ask...the was supposed to leave at 7 but we left an hour late and also to wait for the people that were about 3hours then the bus arrived 4hours late
Lastly no charging pods
1 out of 5 stars
Ntombie M.
The bus arrived late and broke down three times. This delayed our arrival time by more than four hours.
Passengers have shared positive experiences with comfortable seating, friendly and polite drivers, clean buses, and timely departures. However, some users noted delays in arrival times due to time management issues by the drivers. Additionally, there was a mention of cockroaches on one bus which affected the overall comfort for that journey.
Greyhound Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
The bus was comfortable and the driving was proper my only problem was that the bus had cockroaches
4 out of 5 stars
Pelisa M.
The drivers could not manage their time we were 1:30 late from the expected time
3 out of 5 stars
Pearl N.
Driving was great, acknowledging clients about their destination, reasonable interval during the journey, bus departs on time but not arrival time to destination but overall it was 👍 awesome .
Based on 101 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Jacobs Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at £22
Jacobs Coaches Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
The bus did not arrive on time ,it arrived an hour and a half later and no communication was given
1 out of 5 stars
Chulumanco Z.
The bus was late by an hour and there no order people were pushing to go each other to go in.
Customers have expressed satisfaction with the overall service, highlighting that buses were on time and in good condition. The drivers are noted for their professionalism, contributing to a safe journey experience. However, some users mentioned experiencing noise during the trip which was concerning but did not overshadow the positive aspects of their travel experience.
Eagle Liner Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
The bus was on time and I had a safe journey, professional driver also thanks. Looking forward to book Eagle liner again thanks
4 out of 5 stars
Sindiswa M.
As much as it arrives in time but the bus is not comfortable the seats are very small
2 out of 5 stars
Mane N.
It was my first time booking it, one cannot expect Top class on a budget.. Im satisfied
Users have expressed satisfaction with the smooth and pleasant journeys, highlighting the cleanliness of buses and effective communication from drivers. The presence of amenities like toilets and TVs is appreciated. However, there were instances where passengers experienced delays in reaching their destinations or faced unexpected transfers to other bus services.
Big Sky Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
There is nothing I enjoy the 1st bus was involved in an accident we almost lost our lives 💔 we had to wait hours for another bus only to find out it the second bus has a problem and we had to wait for another two hours for the third bus I'm am very disappointed 😞
1 out of 5 stars
Akhona Ako M.
We didn’t travel by Big Sky we were transferred to Intercape that ended up getting stuck in Worcester for almost 2 hours.
3 out of 5 stars
Ntombikayise M.
The Bus was good and i did enjoy the services but the but was to hot and the drive dont care if we ask to put the heat off
According to customer reviews, the bus is in good condition and has charging points and a comfortable temperature. However, some customers mentioned that they didn't enjoy being transferred to another bus during the trip.
BADELA Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
I did not enjoy it. I booked a bus to King William's town, only to find out they do not go there. They said they will have a car to take us to our respective destinations only to find out we will be left wondering
1 out of 5 stars
Lungelo B.
Very disappointed, first they were late and changed people to another bus in Paarl, dropped people in Queenstowngoing to Adelaide, Alice, Fort Beafirt and King Williams town. Why did they allow people to use their services ifvthey know they are not going to those places?
1 out of 5 stars
Zukiswa J.
The bus is in a very good condition. I didn’t enjoy that we were transferred to another bus during the trip.
Based on 565 reviews, the company was rated 1.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Wez We Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at £27
Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with IllulaBus, mentioning long and inconvenient journeys, breakdowns, and poor communication. However, some positive reviews mention punctual drivers and safe driving. Overall, there are concerns about the reliability of the service.
ilulaBus Cape Town King William’s Town recent customer reviews
The bus took more than 30minutes stoppages at the garages and i was supposed to be at King will town at 08:30 but I arrived at 11:40...3 hours later
1 out of 5 stars
Avuzwa J.
The bus was late we were suppose to leave Cape Town at 7pm but we ended up leaving 3am, im still on the road even now.
1 out of 5 stars
Nomfundo M.
Nothing enjoyable about that trip, people who were going to KWT were dropped in Queenstown and had to hitchhike to their destinations. No courtesy. It’s a disaster.
Based on 238 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at £38
Chilwans Express offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at £27. The quickest ride takes around 885. Chilwans Express offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to King William’s Town
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to King William’s Town?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to King William’s Town start from £17. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to King William’s Town?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to King William’s Town is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 509 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to King William’s Town route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to King William’s Town?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to King William’s Town at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to King William’s Town?
A bus journey from Cape Town to King William’s Town produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to King William’s 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 45777 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to King William’s Town?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town 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 Cape Town 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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The cheapest trip from Cape Town to King William’s Town was searched and found on 16 Mar 2026 with a price of £16
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to King William’s Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £16 to £44 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to King William’s Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-03-16.
Usually Intercape 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 Cape Town to King William’s Town was searched and found on 16 Mar 2026 with a price of £16
