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Bus Paarl to Port Elizabeth: Trip Overview
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Based on 107 reviews, the company was rated 1.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $14.00
According to customer reviews, the bus service is highly praised for its professionalism and good quality. Passengers appreciate being kept informed about the next bus stop. However, there are some complaints regarding the lack of toilets on board and a long stop after 3 hours during trips to Mossel Bay.
Intercape Paarl Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
The bus doesn't have the toilets. And the bus stop after 3 hours on the way to Mossel Bay.
It is the best bus service I'm totally satisfied
Keep up the good work, having trouble booking my bus from PE to Paarl on 15 Feb 20,price paid and reflect on bank account,I am concerned
Based on 713 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $24.00
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.
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 Paarl Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
Very happy with the service only problem I had was they did not drop me where the ticket said i should be dropped
Paarl to Port Elizabeth Buses
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Daily Departures | 15 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 7:10AM - 8:25PM |
Minimum Price | $19 |
Average Ticket Price | $27 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 10h |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 11h45m |
Distance | 382 miles (616 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | APM WC, Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Paarl and Port Elizabeth?
Shell Garage, C/O Suid and Hoof Street, Southern Paarl, Paarl, 7624, South Africa
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetIntercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape RdRailway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
Railway Station97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Port Elizabeth - 97 Westview Dr.19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Greenacres - Intercape DepotIntercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Port ElizabethFrequently asked questions for your trip Paarl - Port Elizabeth
Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Port Elizabeth without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.
The average travel time from Paarl to Port Elizabeth is about 11h 45m, but you can get there in as little as 10h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 379 miles (611 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance separating Paarl and Port Elizabeth is 379 miles (611 km).
About 15 buses travel this route daily, provided by APM WC, Intercape and Big Sky. The number of buses from Paarl to Port Elizabeth can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Paarl to Port Elizabeth a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!
The bus service operates between 7:10 AM and 8:25 PM.
Most of the buses traveling from Paarl to Port Elizabeth leave from Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street and arrive at Port Elizabeth - 97 Westview Dr. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $14.
You can expect to pay around $27 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $70, so it's good to do your research before booking.
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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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $58 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2024-03-31.
Usually BIG SKY, 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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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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Popular Buses Connecting Paarl
Buses Leaving from Paarl
- Bus from Paarl to Johannesburg
- Bus Paarl - Queenstown
- Paarl - Cape Town
- Bus from Paarl to George
- Bus Paarl - Mthatha
- Paarl - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Paarl to Bloemfontein
- Bus Paarl - Pretoria
- Paarl - Kimberley
- Bus from Paarl to Mossel Bay
- Bus Paarl - Durban
- Paarl - East London
- Bus from Paarl to Oudtshoorn
- Bus Paarl - Knysna
- Paarl - Plettenberg Bay
Buses Going to Paarl
- Bus from Johannesburg to Paarl
- Bus Queenstown - Paarl
- Cape Town - Paarl
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Paarl
- Bus Bloemfontein - Paarl
- Mthatha - Paarl
- Bus from Pretoria to Paarl
- Bus Kimberley - Paarl
- George - Paarl
- Bus from Durban to Paarl
- Bus Mossel Bay - Paarl
- Laingsburg - Paarl
- Bus from Colesberg to Paarl
- Bus Malmesbury - Paarl
- Swellendam - Paarl
Popular Buses Connecting Port Elizabeth
Buses Leaving from Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Pretoria
- Port Elizabeth - East London
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Bloemfontein
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Mthatha
- Port Elizabeth - George
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Queenstown
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Kokstad
- Port Elizabeth - Mossel Bay
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstown
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Plettenberg Bay
- Port Elizabeth - Jeffreys Bay
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Knysna
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Aliwal North
- Port Elizabeth - Pietermaritzburg
Buses Going to Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Durban to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Pretoria - Port Elizabeth
- Bloemfontein - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from East London to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Mthatha - Port Elizabeth
- George - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Queenstown to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Grahamstown - Port Elizabeth
- Kokstad - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Bellville to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Mossel Bay - Port Elizabeth
- Welkom - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth
- Bus King William’s Town - Port Elizabeth
- Knysna - Port Elizabeth
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Bus Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Bus from Pretoria to Cape Town
- Bus Mthatha - Johannesburg
- Port Elizabeth - Cape Town
- Bus from Durban to Cape Town
- Bus Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg
- Cape Town - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Durban
- Bloemfontein - Durban
- Bus from Cape Town to King William’s Town
- Bus Bloemfontein - Pretoria
- Johannesburg - East London