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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City @ Steers | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600 | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | PLETTENBERG BAY | SWELLENDAM | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 23:11 SAST.
Get from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam
The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Plettenberg Bay and Swellendam?
Stops in Plettenberg Bay
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Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay
Stops in Swellendam
- A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam
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 Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
The cheapest coach tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam start from £18. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
The average bus journey time from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 168 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
The earliest bus departs from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
A bus journey from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam produces an estimated 7 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 Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 565 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £16 to £53 for a bus ticket from Plettenberg Bay to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-15.
