Bus and Coach from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth

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

today

£14

tomorrow

Tuesday

Wednesday

£20

Thursday

Friday

£19

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	9h 5m	23:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	08:15	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	£14	A Bus from APM goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 22/02/2026 23:10:00 to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 23/02/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Intercity Xpress	7h 55m	21:40	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	05:35	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	£18	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 22/02/2026 21:40:00 to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 23/02/2026 05:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
Intercape	8h 5m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:15	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 22/02/2026 22:10:00 to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 23/02/2026 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Greyhound South Africa	7h 10m	23:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:20	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	Economy	£22	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 22/02/2026 23:10:00 to Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 23/02/2026 06:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
Williams Coaches	8h 20m	22:20	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:40	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from Williams Coaches goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 22/02/2026 22:20:00 to Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 23/02/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 5m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:15	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 25/02/2026 22:10:00 to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 26/02/2026 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Intercape	8h 25m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:35	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 25/02/2026 22:10:00 to Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 26/02/2026 06:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Intercape	8h 10m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:20	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 25/02/2026 22:10:00 to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 26/02/2026 06:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Intercape	8h 30m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:40	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 25/02/2026 22:10:00 to Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 26/02/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Intercape	8h 5m	23:35	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	07:40	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	£22	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 25/02/2026 23:35:00 to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 26/02/2026 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	9h 15m	10:15	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	19:30	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 27/02/2026 10:15:00 to Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 27/02/2026 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
Intercape	8h 50m	10:15	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	19:05	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 27/02/2026 10:15:00 to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 27/02/2026 19:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Intercape	8h 25m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:35	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 27/02/2026 22:10:00 to Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 28/02/2026 06:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Intercape	8h 5m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:15	Port Elizabeth	Engen	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 27/02/2026 22:10:00 to Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 28/02/2026 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Intercape	8h 30m	22:10	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	06:40	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 27/02/2026 22:10:00 to Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) arriving at 28/02/2026 06:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth is £14 on 22/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Swellendam and Port Elizabeth

See here how frequent the connections between Swellendam and Port Elizabeth are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 35 daily coaches from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Swellendam and Port Elizabeth.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 50 coaches from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Swellendam and Port Elizabeth, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress that travel 20 times every day by bus from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus	£14
Fastest Bus	7h 10m
Earliest Coach	11:40
Latest Coach	23:35
Daily Bus Connections	20 Ø
Distance	476.4 km
Coach Companies	Intercape, APM, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches and Greyhound South Africa

Cheapest coach connections from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth

Every day, 20 buses from 7 coach companies leave Swellendam for Port Elizabeth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

£14

Monday 23/02

Tuesday 24/02

Wednesday 25/02

£20

Thursday 26/02

Friday 27/02

£19

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

Monday 02/03

Tuesday 03/03

Wednesday 04/03

Thursday 05/03

Friday 06/03

Saturday 07/03

Sunday 08/03

Monday 09/03

Tuesday 10/03

Wednesday 11/03

Thursday 12/03

Friday 13/03

Saturday 14/03

Sunday 15/03

The cheapest time to travel from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £14, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth, with £14. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £19.

How to save money travelling from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth

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 Swellendam to Port Elizabeth 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 Swellendam to Port Elizabeth, 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 Swellendam to Port Elizabeth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Swellendam and Port Elizabeth

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

Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark

Voortrekker Street 91

Bus Stop

BP Coach Station

Cape Road 61

Bus Station

Eldo House

Westview Drive 97

Engen

Cape Road 314

Perridgevale Centre

Storey Road 4

Service and Comfort on the bus from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth

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

FAQs about the Swellendam to Port Elizabeth bus

How much does a Swellendam - Port Elizabeth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Swellendam - Port Elizabeth bus trip is available from £14 and takes 9h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Swellendam to Port Elizabeth is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £51. 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 Swellendam - Port Elizabeth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Port Elizabeth from Swellendam take?

The quickest coach from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth is provided by Greyhound South Africa and takes 7h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £22. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth?

The earliest bus to Port Elizabeth departs from Swellendam at 11:40. 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 Swellendam to Port Elizabeth?

The latest bus to Port Elizabeth departs from Swellendam at 23:35. 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 Swellendam - Port Elizabeth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth 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 Swellendam and Port Elizabeth?

You can check all the direct connections between Swellendam and Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth from Swellendam?

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 Swellendam Port Elizabeth 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 Swellendam Port Elizabeth 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 Swellendam to Port Elizabeth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Swellendam to Port Elizabeth?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Swellendam and to Port Elizabeth

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