How much is the bus ticket from Swellendam to Kokstad?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Kokstad start at R 983. The average price for this route is around R 1 273. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Swellendam to Kokstad?

The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Kokstad is 18h 50m, covering a distance of 929 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 45m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Kokstad route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Kokstad at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Swellendam to Kokstad produces an estimated 23 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 Swellendam to Kokstad?

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 Swellendam to Kokstad?

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 Swellendam to Kokstad?

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 Swellendam to Kokstad?

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 Swellendam to Kokstad from R 869 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swellendam to Kokstad on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	18h 50m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	18h 40m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	20h 10m	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	11:40	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	18h 40m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	10:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	20h 10m	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:04 PM SAST.

Get from Swellendam to Kokstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 983, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

18h 50mAverage duration

929 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Kokstad?

Stops in Swellendam

A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
Visit page

Stops in Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 545 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Intercity Xpress

3/511 307 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Big Sky

3.5/53 179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

APM WC

2/52 835 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swellendam to Kokstad 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 Swellendam to Kokstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Kokstad start at R 983. The average price for this route is around R 1 273. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Swellendam to Kokstad?
The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Kokstad is 18h 50m, covering a distance of 929 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 45m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Kokstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Kokstad?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Kokstad at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Kokstad?
A bus trip from Swellendam to Kokstad produces an estimated 23 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 Swellendam to Kokstad?
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 Swellendam to Kokstad?
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 Swellendam to Kokstad?
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 Swellendam to Kokstad?
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 1 490

15/12

No data

Today

R 1 369

17/12

R 1 343

18/12

R 1 343

19/12

R 1 490

20/12

R 1 501

21/12

R 1 349

The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Kokstad was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 343

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 343 to R 2 175 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 343, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually 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.