Find coaches from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West

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Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWC
Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)CheapestFastest
Big Sky
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)No tags
Intercape Budgetliner
Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)No tags
Greyhound
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)No tags
Intercity Xpress
Port Elizabeth Railway Station
Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 18:42 SAST.

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West

Bus
Average priceUS$20 - US$59Average duration10h 50m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average priceUS$31 - US$51Average duration13h 45m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
10h 50mAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Port Elizabeth to Somerset West: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration10h 50m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance385 miles
Latest bus departure21:40

Port Elizabeth to Somerset West Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Port Elizabeth - Somerset West

  1. How far is Somerset West from Port Elizabeth by coach?

    The distance between Port Elizabeth and Somerset West by coach is approximately 386 miles (622 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/10
US$33
07/10
US$36
Today
US$30
09/10
US$23
10/10
US$26
11/10
US$25
12/10
US$23
13/10
US$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West was searched and found on 9 Oct 2025 with a price of US$23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$61 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23, which is on 2025-10-09.

Usually Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, 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.

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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