How much is the bus ticket from East London to Swellendam?

The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Swellendam start at R 336. The average price for this route is around R 636. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from East London to Swellendam?

The average bus journey time from East London to Swellendam is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 703 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by Jacobs Coaches .

Which bus companies service the East London to Swellendam route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky , Jacobs Coaches , Delta Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Swellendam?

The earliest bus departs from East London to Swellendam at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 19:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Swellendam?

A bus trip from East London to Swellendam produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from East London to Swellendam?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Swellendam?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 East London to Swellendam?

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 East London to Swellendam?

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 East London to Swellendam from R 306 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Swellendam on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:05	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	13h 25m	03:30	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	Cheapest
Bus	17:45	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	11h 20m	05:05	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	14h 55m	04:55	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	16:15	East London Windmill Park	12h 35m	04:50	SWELLENDAM	No tags
Bus	14:20	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	13h 40m	04:00	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags

Next departures from East London to Swellendam on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:45	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	11h 20m	05:05	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	02:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	14h	16:35	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	03:40	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	13h 10m	16:50	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	16:15	East London Windmill Park	12h 35m	04:50	SWELLENDAM	No tags
Bus	14:20	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	13h 40m	04:00	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:00 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Swellendam

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Swellendam. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 336, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

12h 30mAverage duration

703 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 336 - R 1 682	Average duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 821 - R 821	Average duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in East London and Swellendam?

Stops in East London

A
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Stops in Swellendam

A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 553 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44553 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 552

Intercape East London Swellendam recent customer reviews

The bus was late however the ride was comfortable. The stops should be shared with passengers prior to boarding as this helps to plan with bathroom breaks, food and beverages. The trash should be disposed of at each stop

Tyler-jo M.

22 December 2022

Service was extremely good

Sinazo N.

10 January 2022

Intercity Xpress

3/511 314 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52 837 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510 542 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 229 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53 180 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Jacobs Coaches

2.5/593 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1

Delta Coaches

1.5/53 950 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from East London to Swellendam?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Swellendam start at R 336. The average price for this route is around R 636. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from East London to Swellendam?
The average bus journey time from East London to Swellendam is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 703 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the East London to Swellendam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Jacobs Coaches, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Swellendam?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Swellendam at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 19:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Swellendam?
A bus trip from East London to Swellendam produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from East London to Swellendam?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Swellendam?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 East London to Swellendam?
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 East London to Swellendam?
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 346

15/12

R 314

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R 315

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21/12

R 306

The cheapest trip from East London to Swellendam was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 306

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 Swellendam as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 306 to R 1 211 for a bus ticket from East London to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 306, which is on 2025-12-21.