Find coaches from Somerset East to Cape Town

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Next departures from Somerset East to Cape Town on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Jacobs Coaches
11 Nojoli St, Somerset East
Bus Station - Civic CentreCheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av.
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av.
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av.
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av.
Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)No tags

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Get from Somerset East to Cape Town

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The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
9h 25mAverage duration
679 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Somerset East to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46
Average bus trip duration9h 25m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure20:30
Distance678 km
Latest bus departure21:50

Somerset East to Cape Town Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Somerset East - Cape Town

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Somerset East to Cape Town cost?

    The bus ticket price from Somerset East to Cape Town starts at US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Somerset East to Cape Town is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Somerset East to Cape Town?

    The average travel time between Somerset East and Cape Town is around 9h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 679 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Somerset East and Cape Town?

    The number of buses from Somerset East to Cape Town can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Somerset East to Cape Town by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Somerset East to Cape Town?

    When taking the bus from Somerset East to Cape Town, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$32
29/10
No data
Today
US$30
31/10
US$31
01/11
US$40
02/11
US$40
03/11
US$42
04/11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Somerset East to Cape Town was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$46 for a bus ticket from Somerset East to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Somerset East and Cape Town!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Somerset East to Cape Town.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Somerset East to Cape Town while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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