How much is the bus ticket from Swellendam to Somerset West?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Somerset West start at R 342. The average price for this route is around R 443. 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 Somerset West?

The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Somerset West is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 143 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Somerset West at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:40.

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

A bus trip from Swellendam to Somerset West produces an estimated 4 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 Somerset West?

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 Somerset West?

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 Somerset West?

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 Somerset West?

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 Somerset West from R 314 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swellendam to Somerset West on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:00	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h 45m	05:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	03:55	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h 45m	05:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	03:15	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h 40m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	04:55	SWELLENDAM	2h 25m	07:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:26 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Swellendam to Somerset West

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 342, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2h 40mAverage duration

143 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 342 - R 1 224	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 409 - R 741	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Somerset West?

Stops in Swellendam

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Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
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Stops in Somerset West

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Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 533 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/52 833 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53 178 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3178 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 370

Big Sky Swellendam Somerset West recent customer reviews

When I booked the ticket, from Swellendam to Somerset West, there was only the one Somerset West option. And it didn't take me to S/W at all, but to Gordon's Bay. Had I known that, I would have taken another bus company to get to where I actually wanted to be! I waited three hours for the bus in Swellendam! There are no places to sit (except on the stairs blocking the entry to the shop. No toilets. Surely buses can have some kind of tracking system so we can see where the bus is and get to the collection spot just before it arrives! The bus also went through Paarl, and I had to change over - this was not mentioned on the page. I ended up driving past SW, right where I wanted to be, the driver was not allowed (company rules) to drop me off, only be taken to where I didn't want to be (Firlands, Gordons Bay), to have to go all the way back to SW. Ridiculous! Very unimpressed with the company and won't be using it again!

Taryn F.

19 October 2023

No bus was delayed for 3hours and it stink

Zaythoen D.

12 November 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511 303 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 228 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swellendam to Somerset West 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 Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Somerset West start at R 342. The average price for this route is around R 443. 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 Somerset West?
The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Somerset West is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 143 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Somerset West at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Swellendam to Somerset West produces an estimated 4 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 Somerset West?
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 Somerset West?
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 Somerset West?
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 Somerset West?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Somerset West was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 314

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

You can expect to pay from R 314 to R 492 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 314, which is on 2025-12-16.