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Which bus from Cape Town to East London is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to East London. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, APM or Intercity Xpress. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£18
tomorrow
£18
Thursday
£19
Friday
£19
Saturday
£19
Sunday
£19
Monday
£18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 15h 30m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 15h 15m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 09:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 16h 45m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £22
Intercity Xpress 16h 30m 17:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop 10:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £24
Jacobs Coaches 15h 20m 18:40 Cape Town Civic Center 10:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 15h 30m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 14h 55m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:55 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 16h 45m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Intercity Xpress 16h 30m 17:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop 10:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Intercape 16h 45m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 00:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 15h 15m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 09:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £19
APM 15h 40m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:40 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 16h 45m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Intercity Xpress 16h 50m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:20 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Greyhound South Africa 16h 30m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 15h 15m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 09:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £19
APM 15h 30m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £20
Intercity Xpress 16h 50m 17:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop 10:20 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 16h 45m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Intercape 17h 55m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 12:25 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 15h 15m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 09:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £19
APM 15h 30m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 17h 0m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £20
Intercity Xpress 16h 30m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £22
Greyhound South Africa 16h 30m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 14h 55m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:55 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £19
APM 15h 40m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:40 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 17h 0m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Intercity Xpress 16h 50m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:20 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £25
Intercape 15h 10m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 09:10 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 15h 30m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 14h 55m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 08:55 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 16h 45m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:15 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £23
Intercity Xpress 16h 30m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 10:00 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £25
Intercape 15h 10m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 09:10 East London Coach Station Intercape Office  Economy £26

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cape Town to East London is £18 on 04/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and East London?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to East London. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 63 daily coaches from Cape Town to East London. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 41 daily coaches between Cape Town and East London.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 220 coaches from Cape Town to East London, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and East London, with 30 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to East London bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress that travel daily 52 times by bus from Cape Town to East London in one click. Book your Cape Town to East London bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 14h 55m
Earliest Coach 16:00
Latest Coach 19:25
Daily Bus Connections 52 Ø
Distance 881.8 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky Intercity and Jacobs Coaches

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to East London?

Every day, 52 buses from 8 coach companies leave Cape Town for East London. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
Tuesday 05/05
£20
Wednesday 06/05
£28
Thursday 07/05
£19
Friday 08/05
£19
Saturday 09/05
£19
Sunday 10/05
£19
Monday 11/05
£18
Tuesday 12/05
£18
Wednesday 13/05
£19
Thursday 14/05
£18
Friday 15/05
£19
Saturday 16/05
£18
Sunday 17/05
£19
Monday 18/05
£18
Tuesday 19/05
£19
Wednesday 20/05
£18
Thursday 21/05
£18
Friday 22/05
£18
Saturday 23/05
£18
Sunday 24/05
£18
Monday 25/05
£20
Tuesday 26/05
£19
Wednesday 27/05
£20
Thursday 28/05
£20
Friday 29/05
£20
Saturday 30/05
£18
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to East London

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to East London, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to East London. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to East London, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to East London

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cape Town to East London in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cape Town to East London, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cape Town to East London are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Cape Town - East London

Jacobs Coaches
Olwethu Chili, 27/03/2026
This bus line is extremely unprofessional and unreliable. It was supposed to depart from CPT at 18h00 and arrive in EL at 08h05 but that was not the case. We were travelling with people who booked a b ... This bus line is extremely unprofessional and unreliable. It was supposed to depart from CPT at 18h00 and arrive in EL at 08h05 but that was not the case. We were travelling with people who booked a bus for 19h00 in the same bus and it ended up leaving CPT after 19h00. It arrived in EL after 12h30. The bus we travelled in was a loaf of bread not a proper bus and the driver was extremely rude. He was picking up people that were hiking on the road and was rude when we told him that he was delaying us from our connecting transport. The worst bus line ever, I would not recommend it to anyone.
Delta Coaches
Zamikhaya Shushu, 19/12/2025

Only if they can fix the time other than that it was very nice trip

Intercape
Buhle, 29/11/2025
I am extremely disappointed with Intercape’s service. We bought tickets for a bus scheduled to leave Cape Town at 17:30, but the bus only departed at 22:00 with no explanation or proper communication. ... I am extremely disappointed with Intercape’s service. We bought tickets for a bus scheduled to leave Cape Town at 17:30, but the bus only departed at 22:00 with no explanation or proper communication. As if that wasn’t enough, we are now stuck in Kirkwood for another 5 hours, and the driver hasn’t given us any updates or information about what’s happening. The complete lack of communication and consideration for passengers is unacceptable. This has been one of the most frustrating and unprofessional travel experiences I’ve ever had. I would not recommend Intercape based on this trip.
Delta Coaches
Shabani Kesowani, 19/12/2024
DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS BUS TO ANYONE EVER. Horrible service, it was 2 and a half hours late and they did not even bother to inform us of the delay. The drivers are arrogant and rude. Horrible and Dange ... DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS BUS TO ANYONE EVER. Horrible service, it was 2 and a half hours late and they did not even bother to inform us of the delay. The drivers are arrogant and rude. Horrible and Dangerous driving, just because he was late he thought speeding and overtaking other cars would make up for the lost time. When we got to Queenstown we were told to board another bus where it was so full there were no seats left and we were forced to stand. They drivers are ignorant, they don't care about anyone unless they're making money. They even left other people stranded there. Everything was a mess nje and we waited another 2 hours in Queenstown because of the unorganized boarding sh*t.
APM
Lwazikazi Mtamzeli, 28/07/2024
I have never been frustrated and disappointed like that in my life. My bus was suppose to leave CT at 19h00 it only arrived at 02h45 AM. I was at CT station from 17h30. I started to panic around 18h00 ... I have never been frustrated and disappointed like that in my life. My bus was suppose to leave CT at 19h00 it only arrived at 02h45 AM. I was at CT station from 17h30. I started to panic around 18h00 when the 18h00 bus was no where to be seen and one of the bus employees jockingly said the 18h00 bus will be available at 21h00, little did i know that i will be at the station for nine hours before my departure, Im still hurt.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and East London

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and East London. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to East London

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to East London. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to East London bus

How much does a Cape Town East London coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town East London bus trip is available from £18 and takes 15h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cape Town to East London?

This connection is offered by 8 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to East London.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town East London route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to East London is offered by roughly 52 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to East London from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to East London is provided by Delta Coaches and takes 14h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to East London?

The earliest bus to East London departs from Cape Town at 16:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cape Town to East London?

The latest bus to East London departs from Cape Town at 19:25. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town East London route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to East London can travel with Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and East London?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and East London by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the bus to East London from Cape Town?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cape Town East London bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town East London bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cape Town to East London on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Cape Town to East London?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 52 daily trips between Cape Town and East London. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cape Town to East London?

Prices and availability for 52 trips between Cape Town and East London change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cape Town to East London

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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