Customers have had smooth and enjoyable trips with highly skilled drivers. They appreciate the on-point services provided. Some suggest better directions upon arrival at Civic Centre in CT for a more seamless experience.
Intercape Mainliner Swellendam Cape Town recent customer reviews
Was a very bad experience. Bus was almost 4 hours late. I was not kept in the loop. I had to call and watsapp several times for status of bus whereabouts.
1 out of 5 stars
Manogarie P.
Very enjoyable with no hitches. Steve the driver is a huge asset and good driver
5 out of 5 stars
Howard F.
Smooth trip. Would be nice when arriving at the Civic Centre in CT to be directed to a suitable pick-up point.
Based on 3009 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 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 $21
Big Sky Swellendam Cape Town recent customer reviews
Good service A but the busses (about 3 trips now) are always 2hrs late
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 Swellendam Cape Town recent customer reviews
I didn't enjoy it the bus was dirty Aircon didn't work and no proper seats placing but we had a good bus driver
2 out of 5 stars
Charles J.
Bus never showed up. Left stranded.
1 out of 5 stars
Aaliyah P.
Horrible, it wasn't an eagle liner and the bus arrived just under 4 hours late.
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.
Based on 9134 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $21
Based on 2716 reviews, the company was rated 2 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 $22
Based on 563 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Williams Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Williams Coaches Swellendam Cape Town recent customer reviews
Based on 87 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Jacobs Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $51
Based on 3852 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $25
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
F - Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Swellendam to Cape Town by bus
What is the travel distance from Swellendam to Cape Town?
The distance separating Swellendam and Cape Town is 116 miles (187 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swellendam to Cape Town?
The majority of buses traveling from Swellendam to Cape Town start their journey at Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street and wind up at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Cape Town?
Once in Cape Town, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Bo-Kaap Museum, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point, District Six Museum and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/17
$18
11/18
$18
Today
$21
11/20
$18
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11/22
$19
11/23
$19
11/24
$18
The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $18
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swellendam to Cape Town, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $61 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-20.
Usually Intercity Xpress 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.