Is there a way to reach Somerset West from Swellendam without a car?

The best way to travel from Swellendam to Somerset West is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Somerset West from Swellendam by bus?

Traveling from Swellendam to Somerset West takes around 2h 35m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 92 miles (148 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Swellendam and Somerset West?

Swellendam and Somerset West are 92 miles (148 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swellendam to Somerset West?

Buses going from Swellendam to Somerset West begin their journey at Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street and reach their destination at Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2).

What is the most affordable way to go from Swellendam to Somerset West?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Swellendam to Somerset West by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $18.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?

The bus ticket costs $25 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $18 and $52, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Swellendam to Somerset West. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Swellendam and Somerset West is about 3h 50m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Somerset West before making your way back to Swellendam.

Swellendam to Somerset West Bus Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 3 at 1:30am
Departure city: Swellendam
Departure location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Arrival time: May 3 at 3:25am
Destination city: Somerset West
Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 55m
Departure time: May 3 at 3:00am
Departure city: Swellendam
Departure location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Arrival time: May 3 at 5:45am
Destination city: Somerset West
Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: May 3 at 3:00am
Departure city: Swellendam
Departure location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Arrival time: May 3 at 5:40am
Destination city: Somerset West
Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
Departure time: May 3 at 4:00am
Departure city: Swellendam
Departure location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Arrival time: May 3 at 6:40am
Destination city: Somerset West
Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
Departure time: May 3 at 5:55am
Departure city: Swellendam
Departure location: SWELLENDAM
Arrival time: May 3 at 8:30am
Destination city: Somerset West
Destination location: Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 35m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Swellendam to Somerset West.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $52	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$22 - $53	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Swellendam to Somerset West

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Swellendam to Somerset West: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$25

Average bus trip duration2h 35m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure1:30am

Distance89 miles (143 km)

Latest bus departure4:40pm

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APM WC

2/51,751 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Intercape

3.5/539,503 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.

Big Sky

3.5/52,111 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2111 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 $21.00

Big Sky Swellendam Somerset West recent customer reviews

When I booked the ticket, from Swellendam to Somerset West, there was only the one Somerset West option. And it didn't take me to S/W at all, but to Gordon's Bay. Had I known that, I would have taken another bus company to get to where I actually wanted to be! I waited three hours for the bus in Swellendam! There are no places to sit (except on the stairs blocking the entry to the shop. No toilets. Surely buses can have some kind of tracking system so we can see where the bus is and get to the collection spot just before it arrives! The bus also went through Paarl, and I had to change over - this was not mentioned on the page. I ended up driving past SW, right where I wanted to be, the driver was not allowed (company rules) to drop me off, only be taken to where I didn't want to be (Firlands, Gordons Bay), to have to go all the way back to SW. Ridiculous! Very unimpressed with the company and won't be using it again!

Taryn F.

October 19, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/58,857 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.

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,663 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

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

Swellendam to Somerset West Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Somerset West?

Stops in Swellendam

A - Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Frequently asked questions for your trip Swellendam - Somerset West

Is there a way to reach Somerset West from Swellendam without a car?
How long does it take to get to Somerset West from Swellendam by bus?
What is the distance between Swellendam and Somerset West?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swellendam to Somerset West?
What is the most affordable way to go from Swellendam to Somerset West?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?

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The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Somerset West was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $35 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-05-06.

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.

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Bus Swellendam to Somerset West: Trip Overview

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Big Sky Swellendam Somerset West recent customer reviews

Swellendam to Somerset West Bus

Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Somerset West?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Swellendam - Somerset West

Is there a way to reach Somerset West from Swellendam without a car?

How long does it take to get to Somerset West from Swellendam by bus?

What is the distance between Swellendam and Somerset West?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swellendam to Somerset West?

What is the most affordable way to go from Swellendam to Somerset West?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Swellendam to Somerset West?

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