- Cape Town to East London buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | East London (Windmill Mall) | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | East London (Windmill Mall) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | East London Windmill Park | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Railway Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cape Town to East London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$22 - $136 | Average Duration16h 30m | 22kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$40 - $40 | Average Duration15h 45m | 27kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and East London?
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
Stops in East London
- AIntercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
- BEast London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
- C37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
- DWindmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to East London by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to East London start from $22. The average price for this route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to East London?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to East London is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 538 miles (867 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 5m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to East London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches, Wez We Coaches, Big Sky, Jacobs Coaches, Badela, Makalala Transport, ilulaBus, Chilwans Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to East London at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to East London?
A bus trip from Cape Town to East London generates an estimated 21.672325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to East London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45779 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to East London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to East London?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Cape Town to East London?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $94 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-04-18.
Usually Flexi City Connect 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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