How do I get from East London to Paarl without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Paarl without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from East London to Paarl?

The average travel time from East London to Paarl is about 14h 15m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 12h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 518 miles (835 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is East London from Paarl?

The distance separating East London and Paarl is 518 miles (835 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Paarl?

Most of the buses traveling from East London to Paarl leave from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) and arrive at Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Paarl?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $21 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Paarl from East London.

How much does a bus ticket from East London to Paarl cost?

You can expect to pay around $33 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $21 to $64, so it's good to do your research before booking.

East London to Paarl Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 15

from $22

FriMay 16

from $22

SatMay 17

from $22

SunMay 18

from $22

MonMay 19

TueMay 20

WedMay 21

from $20

ThuMay 22

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 15 at 4:25pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
Arrival time: May 16 at 6:40am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 15 at 3:20pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
Arrival time: May 16 at 4:30am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
Operated by: JACOBSCOACHES
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m
Departure time: May 15 at 3:40am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 15 at 7:50pm
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 10m
Departure time: May 15 at 2:15pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 16 at 5:20am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 5m
Departure time: May 15 at 3:20pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
Arrival time: May 16 at 4:30am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl
Operated by: JACOBSCOACHES
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Paarl.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $64	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$35 - $81	Average Duration16h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Paarl

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

14h 15mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Paarl: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33

Average bus trip duration14h 15m

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure3:40am

Distance518 miles (835 km)

Latest bus departure6:15pm

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WEZWECOACHES

1.5/5488 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.7

Cleanliness1.8

Wifi0.5

Intercape

3.5/539,752 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have expressed satisfaction with their travel experience, highlighting the professionalism and friendliness of the staff. The driver was praised for providing a good ride, contributing to an overall pleasant journey.

Intercape Budgetliner East London Paarl recent customer reviews

Enjoy the ride, the driver was good.

Zameka P.

June 24, 2024

Your hostess were very nice and professional. The journey was fine.

Thandisizwe M.

December 30, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/59,001 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,770 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner East London Paarl recent customer reviews

I had the best journey with Eagle liner, but the seats are not comfortable

Hlalempini N.

December 1, 2022

APM WC

2/51,811 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Big Sky

3.5/52,159 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Jacobs Coaches

2/574 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi0.8

Makalala Transport

3/5182 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

BADELA

3.5/5196 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.9

ilulaBus

2/5816 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

FFGERTSE

1.5/5374 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness2.1

Wifi0.1

Chilwans Express

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

East London to Paarl Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Paarl from East London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in East London and Paarl?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - Windmill Mall

D - East London Station

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Paarl

How do I get from East London to Paarl without flying?
How long is the bus trip from East London to Paarl?
How far is East London from Paarl?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Paarl?
What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Paarl?
How much does a bus ticket from East London to Paarl cost?

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05/12

$33

05/13

$23

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$23

05/15

$22

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$22

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$22

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The cheapest trip from East London to Paarl was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $46 for a bus ticket from East London to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-05-15.

Usually MAINLINER 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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East London to Paarl Bus

Where are the popular stops in East London and Paarl?

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Paarl

How do I get from East London to Paarl without flying?

How long is the bus trip from East London to Paarl?

How far is East London from Paarl?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Paarl?

What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Paarl?

How much does a bus ticket from East London to Paarl cost?

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