Bus from East London to Paarl: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Paarl on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ilulaBusBus
    		East London Windmill Mall
    		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetCheapest
    Jacobs CoachesBus
      		EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
      		PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern PaarlFastest
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
      		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetNo tags
      Intercity XpressBus
      		Railway Station
      		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetNo tags
      Eagle LinerBus
      		Railway Station
      		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:42 AM SAST.

      Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Paarl

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      11bus per day
      14h 40mAverage duration
      836 kmDistance
      21kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 340 - R 2 339Average duration14h 40m
      21kg CO₂e
      Shuttle
      		Average priceR 551 - R 3 126Average duration16h 5m
      26kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Paarl by bus

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Paarl?

        The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Paarl start at R 340. The average price for this route is around R 635. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from East London to Paarl?

        The average bus journey time from East London to Paarl is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 836 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 10m and is operated by Makalala Transport.

      3. Which bus companies service the East London to Paarl route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Flexi City Connect, Eagle Liner, Wez We Coaches, Jacobs Coaches, Badela, Makalala Transport, Chilwans Express, Big Sky, ilulaBus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Paarl?

        The earliest bus departs from East London to Paarl at 03:40. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Paarl?

        A bus trip from East London to Paarl produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from East London to Paarl?

        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 3118 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Paarl?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Paarl?

        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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Paarl?

        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
      14/12
      R 388
      15/12
      R 387
      Today
      R 384
      17/12
      R 315
      18/12
      No data
      19/12
      No data
      20/12
      R 382
      21/12
      R 379
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Paarl was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 315

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

      You can expect to pay from R 315 to R 1 339 for a bus ticket from East London to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 315, which is on 2025-12-17.

      Usually Intercity Xpress 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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