Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2 | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr. | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - 8 Mabel St. | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:47 PM SAST.
Get from Cape Town to Somerset West
The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Somerset West?
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
Stops in Somerset West
- A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Somerset West by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Somerset West start from $28. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Somerset West?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Somerset West is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 49 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Somerset West at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Somerset West generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Somerset West?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 11029 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Somerset West?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Somerset West was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Somerset West, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $103 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Greyhound South Africa, APM WC will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
