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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. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
tomorrow
£14
Thursday
£14
Friday
Saturday
£14
Sunday
Monday
£14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £14
Intercape 4h 30m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 23:30 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £15
Intercape 4h 10m 06:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16
Intercape 4h 5m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16
Intercape 4h 25m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 21:55 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £14
Intercape 3h 35m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 22:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £14
Intercape 4h 30m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 23:30 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £15
Intercape 4h 10m 06:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16
Intercape 4h 5m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £14
Intercape 4h 30m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 23:30 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £15
Intercape 4h 10m 06:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16
Intercape 4h 5m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16
Intercape 4h 25m 17:30 Cape Town Civic Center 21:55 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 3h 40m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 19:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £14
Intercape 3h 35m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 22:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £14
Intercape 4h 30m 19:00 Cape Town Civic Center 23:30 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £15
Intercape 4h 10m 06:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:10 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16
Intercape 4h 5m 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:35 Swellendam Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark  Economy £16

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cape Town to Swellendam is £14 on 29/01/2026. 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.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Cape Town to Swellendam. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Cape Town and Swellendam.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 11 coaches from Cape Town to Swellendam, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Swellendam, with 8 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Swellendam bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape that travel daily 6 times by bus from Cape Town to Swellendam in one click. Book your Cape Town to Swellendam bus ticket starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus £14
Fastest Bus 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 186.4 km
Coach Companies Intercape

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

Every day, 6 buses from 1 coach companies leave Cape Town for Swellendam. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 27/01/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/01
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
£14
Thursday 29/01
£14
Friday 30/01
Saturday 31/01
£14
Sunday 01/02
Monday 02/02
£14
Tuesday 03/02
£14
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
Friday 06/02
£14
Saturday 07/02
Sunday 08/02
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
Wednesday 11/02
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
Sunday 15/02
Monday 16/02
Tuesday 17/02
Wednesday 18/02
Thursday 19/02
£15
Friday 20/02
Saturday 21/02
Sunday 22/02

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 £14, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Swellendam. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Swellendam, with £14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

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 £14
Fastest Coach 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 24/01/2026
In total 1 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 £14 and takes 3h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £18. 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 6 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 Intercape and takes 3h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. 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. 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.

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.

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

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 6 daily trips between Cape Town and Swellendam. 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 Swellendam?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Cape Town and Swellendam 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 Swellendam

Economy
Economy

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

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