How much is the bus ticket from George to Somerset West?

The cheapest coach tickets from George to Somerset West start from £17. The average price for this route is around £24. 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 George to Somerset West?

The average bus journey time from George to Somerset West is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 207 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 50m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the George to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Big Sky , Milta Coaches , Greyhound South Africa , Intercity Xpress , ilulaBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from George to Somerset West?

The earliest bus departs from George to Somerset West at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from George to Somerset West?

A bus journey from George to Somerset West produces an estimated 8 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 George to Somerset West?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from George to Somerset West?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from George to Somerset West?

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 George to Somerset West?

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.

Bus George to Somerset West from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from George to Somerset West on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	23:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	23:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	23:35	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	6h 20m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	23:35	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	6h 20m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures from George to Somerset West on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	1d 5h	06:10	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	02:30	George - Sasol Garage	5h	07:30	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	00:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	06:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	13:15	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	01:40	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	07:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures from George to Somerset West on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	1d 5h	06:10	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	00:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	06:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	13:15	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	01:40	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	07:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures from George to Somerset West on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	George - Sasol Garage	5h 55m	06:10	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	00:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	06:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	13:15	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	01:40	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	07:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures from George to Somerset West on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:15	George - Sasol Garage	5h 55m	06:10	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	01:05	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	00:50	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	06:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	13:15	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	01:40	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	07:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:35 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from George to Somerset West

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

5h 55mAverage duration

207 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £94	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£18 - £37	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in George and Somerset West?

Stops in George

A
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station), George Industria, George, 6536, South Africa
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B
Sasol N2
Sasol Garage, 437 N2, George, South Africa

Stops in Somerset West

A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,120 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service due to a strong urine smell on the bus that could not be escaped. Additionally, some elderly passengers found it difficult to travel during late hours. Furthermore, there were complaints about buses being consistently late without any prior warning or notification, resulting in long waits in unfavorable weather conditions.

Intercape Budgetliner George Somerset West recent customer reviews

The bus was 3 hours late , but when it eventually came the driver was nice and the journey was so comforting

Maphomolo L.

18 October 2024

The bus was late . No warning or notification was sent that the bus will be late. I depended on a list to the pick up point and had to wait in the cold and rain for 2 hours for the bus while I was dropped in time for the bus before the initial arrival time at 1.05

Claudette A.

30 August 2022

Did not enjoy having to deal with the urine smell on the bus that could not be escaped

Karlin M.

27 May 2022

APM WC

2/52,758 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,072 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Milta Coaches

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,170 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Intercity Xpress

3/511,063 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from George, ZA to Somerset West

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 George to Somerset West?
The cheapest coach tickets from George to Somerset West start from £17. The average price for this route is around £24. 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 George to Somerset West?
The average bus journey time from George to Somerset West is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 207 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 50m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the George to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Milta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from George to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from George to Somerset West at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from George to Somerset West?
A bus journey from George to Somerset West produces an estimated 8 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 George to Somerset West?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from George to Somerset West?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from George to Somerset West?
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 George to Somerset West?
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

27/11

£21

28/11

£24

Today

£18

30/11

£19

01/12

£16

02/12

No data

03/12

No data

04/12

£16

The cheapest trip from George, ZA to Somerset West was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 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 George, ZA to Somerset West as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £56 for a bus ticket from George, ZA to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.