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Which bus from Cape Town to Swellendam is the best?

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

today
tomorrow
£35
Sunday
£29
Monday
£25
Tuesday
Wednesday
£22
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 4h 25m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 22:55 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £35
Intercape 4h 30m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 23:30 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £36
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £43
Intercape 4h 25m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 21:55 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £51
Intercape 3h 35m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 22:05 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cape Town to Swellendam via Stellenbosch, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Computicket
      4h 25m
      0
      17:00
      Cape Town
      Civic Center
      18:10
      Stellenbosch
      Bus Stop
      0
      Computicket
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Computicket
      3h 10m
      0
      18:15
      Stellenbosch
      Bus Stop
      21:25
      Swellendam
      Bus Stop
      0
      Computicket
      Economy
      £14
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 4h 15m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 21:45 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £29
Intercape 4h 10m 06:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £30
APM 4h 35m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 23:05 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £31
Intercity Xpress 3h 38m 18:00 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop 21:38 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £34
Williams Coaches 3h 15m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 22:15 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cape Town to Swellendam via Stellenbosch, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Computicket
      4h 25m
      0
      17:00
      Cape Town
      Civic Center
      18:10
      Stellenbosch
      Bus Stop
      0
      Computicket
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Computicket
      3h 10m
      0
      18:15
      Stellenbosch
      Bus Stop
      21:25
      Swellendam
      Bus Stop
      0
      Computicket
      Economy
      £14
    Travel time is 1h 10m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 3h 35m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 22:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £25
Intercape 4h 5m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £28
Intercape 4h 30m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 23:30 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £33
Intercape 4h 25m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 22:55 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £35
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £49

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 4h 5m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £22
Intercape 3h 35m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 22:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £28
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £30
Intercape 4h 10m 06:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £36
Intercape 4h 25m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 22:55 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £36

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cape Town to Swellendam is £15 on 04/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to Swellendam. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 29 daily coaches from Cape Town to Swellendam. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Cape Town and Swellendam.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 27 coaches from Cape Town to Swellendam, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Swellendam, with 10 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Swellendam bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity that travel daily 13 times by bus from Cape Town to Swellendam in one click. Book your Cape Town to Swellendam bus ticket starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 3h 15m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 13 Ø
Distance 186.4 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches and Greyhound South Africa

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Swellendam?

Every day, 13 buses from 7 coach companies leave Cape Town for Swellendam. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
Saturday 06/12
£35
Sunday 07/12
£22
Monday 08/12
£19
Tuesday 09/12
Wednesday 10/12
£19
Thursday 11/12
Friday 12/12
£17
Saturday 13/12
£19
Sunday 14/12
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
£20
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
£16
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Swellendam

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Swellendam, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Swellendam. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Swellendam, with £22. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £29.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Swellendam

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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam, 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 Swellendam 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.

What are the most popular bus companies from Cape Town to Swellendam?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cape Town to Swellendam timetable.

Intercape from Cape Town to Swellendam

Intercape

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Cape Town to Swellendam:

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 02/12/2025

APM from Cape Town to Swellendam

APM

Here you will find the key facts about the APM bus route Cape Town to Swellendam:

Cheapest Price £31
Fastest Coach 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 13:00
Last Coach 19:25
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 01/12/2025
In total 7 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Swellendam

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and Swellendam. 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 Swellendam

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to Swellendam. 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 Swellendam bus

How much does a Cape Town Swellendam coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town Swellendam bus trip is available from £15 and takes 4h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £62. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Swellendam.

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

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to Swellendam is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Swellendam from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to Swellendam is provided by Williams Coaches and takes 3h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £44. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to Swellendam?

The earliest bus to Swellendam departs from Cape Town at 06:00. 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 Swellendam?

The latest bus to Swellendam departs from Cape Town at 19:00. 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 Swellendam route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to Swellendam can travel with Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity. 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 Swellendam?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Swellendam 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 Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the bus to Swellendam 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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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