How much is the bus ticket from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay start from $22. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

The average bus trip duration from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay is 6h 52m, covering a distance of 246 miles (396 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches .

Which bus companies service the King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky , Jacobs Coaches , ilulaBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

The earliest bus departs from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

A bus trip from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay generates an estimated 10 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

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 3015 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

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 has the most timely service from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

According to Busbud traveller 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?

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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	Train station, King Williams Town	7h 20m	10:25pm	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Train station, King Williams Town	6h 15m	12:45am	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Fastest
Bus	3:25pm	Railway Station	8h 40m	12:05am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	King Williams Town Railway Station	6h 52m	12:02am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Station - Qonce 5601	7h 35m	10:50pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600	No tags

Next departures for King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	Train station, King Williams Town	7h 20m	10:25pm	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Train station, King Williams Town	6h 15m	12:45am	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Railway Station	8h 15m	11:40am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Railway Station	7h 30m	12:00pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	King Williams Town Railway Station	6h 52m	12:02am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags

Next departures for King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	Train station, King Williams Town	7h 20m	10:25pm	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Train station, King Williams Town	6h 15m	12:45am	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Railway Station	8h 15m	11:40am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Railway Station	7h 30m	12:00pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	King Williams Town Railway Station	6h 52m	12:02am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags

Next departures for King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:05pm	Train station, King Williams Town	7h 20m	10:25pm	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Cheapest
Bus	6:30pm	Train station, King Williams Town	6h 15m	12:45am	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Railway Station	8h 15m	11:40am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Railway Station	7h 30m	12:00pm	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	King Williams Town Railway Station	6h 52m	12:02am	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:40 PM SAST.

Get from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

6h 52mAverage Duration

246 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in King William’s Town and Plettenberg Bay?

Stops in King William’s Town

A
Railway Station
Railway Station, 1 Grey St, Qonce, 5601, South Africa
Visit page
B
King Williams Town Railway Station
King William's Town, 5601, South Africa
Visit page

Stops in Plettenberg Bay

A
Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,240 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers generally had a pleasant experience, with smooth journeys being highlighted. While the bus service is appreciated for its quality, some users noted that there could be minor improvements to enhance their overall travel satisfaction further.

Intercape King William’s Town Plettenberg Bay recent customer reviews

I can rate overall service as above average hence I'm using Intercape for my trips thumbs up for the staff keep it up the work.

Pamela B.

March 10, 2021

Everything was smooth I had a lovely journey

Zithethele S.

June 20, 2025

It's a good bus but lacking a little

Mihlal R.

July 22, 2022

APM WC

2/52,775 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,102 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

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.

Intercity Xpress King William’s Town Plettenberg Bay recent customer reviews

It was good and the bus arrived on time

Marsh M.

July 11, 2024

It was an hour late and we weren't even notified about that

Unami S.

May 23, 2023

Very bad

Sibongile N.

April 26, 2023

Eagle Liner

3/510,400 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

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 King William’s Town Plettenberg Bay recent customer reviews

The bus is fast

Siphosethu M.

November 15, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,178 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,096 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Jacobs Coaches

2/591 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay start from $22. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
The average bus trip duration from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay is 6h 52m, covering a distance of 246 miles (396 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Jacobs Coaches, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
The earliest bus departs from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
A bus trip from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay generates an estimated 10 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
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 has the most timely service from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
According to Busbud traveller 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 King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay?
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

11/30

$23

12/01

$22

Today

$21

12/03

$21

12/04

$21

12/05

$21

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The cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $69 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.