Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl | 11 Nojoli St, Somerset East | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl | 11 Nojoli St, Somerset East | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags |
Get from Paarl to Somerset East
The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl to Somerset East 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 Paarl to Somerset East?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Somerset East start from $50. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Paarl to Somerset East?
The average bus travel time from Paarl to Somerset East is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 628 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Somerset East route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Paarl to Somerset East?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Somerset East at 7:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Somerset East?
A bus trip from Paarl to Somerset East generates an estimated 16 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 Paarl to Somerset East?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Somerset East?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Paarl to Somerset East?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paarl to Somerset East?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Paarl to Somerset East was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paarl to Somerset East, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $96 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Somerset East based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-13.
