Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2 | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | No tags |
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Get from Somerset West to Cape Town
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 309, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Cape Town?
Stops in Somerset West
- A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Somerset West to Cape Town 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 Somerset West to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to Cape Town start at R 309. The average price for this route is around R 486. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Somerset West to Cape Town?
The average bus journey time from Somerset West to Cape Town is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 49 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 35m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Cape Town at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Somerset West to Cape Town produces an estimated 1 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 Somerset West to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 11219 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Somerset West to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Somerset West to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Somerset West to Cape Town was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 294To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset West to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 294 to R 1 207 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 313, which is on 2025-12-21.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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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