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Compare all timetables for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape, Big Sky Intercity or APM for the next days.

today
£18
tomorrow
£15
Sunday
£16
Monday
£16
Tuesday
£16
Wednesday
£16
Thursday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 12h 45m 20:15 Port Elizabeth Intercape Office 09:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Economy £18
APM 14h 10m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Big Sky Intercity 11h 45m 19:30 Port Elizabeth Engen 07:15 Cape Town Civic Center  Basic £21
Intercity Xpress 13h 30m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:00 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £21
Williams Coaches 12h 0m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 06:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £15
Intercape 13h 30m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Engen 20:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Eagle Liner 11h 45m 20:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:15 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Big Sky Intercity 12h 15m 18:15 Port Elizabeth Engen 06:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Basic £20
Greyhound South Africa 11h 55m 20:35 Port Elizabeth Eldo House 08:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £16
Eagle Liner 11h 45m 20:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:15 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Intercape 12h 45m 19:45 Port Elizabeth Engen 08:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £20
Intercity Xpress 13h 30m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:00 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £25
Williams Coaches 12h 0m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 06:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £16
Intercape 12h 45m 20:15 Port Elizabeth Intercape Office 09:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Economy £19
Greyhound South Africa 11h 55m 20:35 Port Elizabeth Eldo House 08:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £23
Intercity Xpress 11h 5m 21:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £26
Williams Coaches 12h 0m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 06:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £16
Intercape 12h 15m 18:15 Port Elizabeth Engen 06:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £21
Greyhound South Africa 11h 55m 20:35 Port Elizabeth Eldo House 08:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £34
Williams Coaches 12h 0m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Intercape Office 06:30 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  First Class £38
Intercity Xpress 13h 30m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:00 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £41

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £16
Intercape 13h 30m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Engen 20:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
Big Sky Intercity 13h 10m 07:35 Port Elizabeth Engen 20:45 Cape Town Civic Center  Basic £26
Greyhound South Africa 11h 55m 20:35 Port Elizabeth Eldo House 08:30 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £34
Williams Coaches 12h 0m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 06:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 13h 35m 18:25 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:00 Cape Town Durban Road  Economy £15
Intercape 11h 0m 20:30 Port Elizabeth Engen 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
Big Sky Intercity 13h 30m 06:30 Port Elizabeth Engen 20:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Basic £21
Williams Coaches 12h 0m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Intercape Office 06:30 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  First Class £39
Intercity Xpress 13h 30m 18:30 Port Elizabeth Bus Station 08:00 Cape Town Adderley Coach Stop  Economy £41

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is £15 on 11/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town

See here how frequent the connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 65 daily coaches from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 47 daily coaches between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 274 coaches from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, with 14 offers.

Facts about coaches from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and APM that travel 54 times every day by bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 10h 40m
Earliest Coach 00:15
Latest Coach 21:50
Daily Bus Connections 54 Ø
Distance 662.7 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Big Sky Intercity, APM, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches, Eagle Liner and Greyhound South Africa

Cheapest coach connections from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Every day, 54 buses from 7 coach companies leave Port Elizabeth for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, with £15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

These are the most booked bus companies between Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from our users.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Port Elizabeth - Cape Town

Williams Coaches
Amanda, 11/01/2025

The bus was on time,comfortable and the drivers were friendly

APM
Sisanda, 09/01/2025

Shitty bus that arrives 3 or more hours late with cockroaches 🪳 everywhere, would never recommend it to anyone.

Williams Coaches
Kk, 17/11/2024

There are coacroches in the bus and no airconditioning.

APM
Zanele, 11/08/2024
This is the worst company. I will never take this bus again. Never again. Waited for almost the whole day for the bus... we slept at the bus stop because we did not know when the bus was going to rock ... This is the worst company. I will never take this bus again. Never again. Waited for almost the whole day for the bus... we slept at the bus stop because we did not know when the bus was going to rock up...no comminication.. w were just told the bus is running late. Worst service .

All bus stations and stops in Port Elizabeth and Cape Town

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Port Elizabeth and Cape Town.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town? Compare all modes of transports from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town? Or which bus companies serve the route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Port Elizabeth to Cape Town bus

How much does a Port Elizabeth - Cape Town coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Port Elizabeth - Cape Town bus trip is available from £15 and takes 13h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £52. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Port Elizabeth - Cape Town route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is offered by roughly 54 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth take?

The quickest coach from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is provided by Intercity Xpress and takes 10h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

The earliest bus to Cape Town departs from Port Elizabeth at 00:15. 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

The latest bus to Cape Town departs from Port Elizabeth at 21:50. 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 Port Elizabeth - Cape Town route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town 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, Big Sky Intercity and APM.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Port Elizabeth Cape Town 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 Port Elizabeth Cape Town 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

More bus routes to Port Elizabeth and to Cape Town

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Port Elizabeth and to Cape Town. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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