How much is the bus ticket from Somerset West to Swellendam?

The cheapest coach tickets from Somerset West to Swellendam start from £17. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Somerset West to Swellendam?

The average bus journey time from Somerset West to Swellendam is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 5m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Swellendam route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Swellendam?

The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Swellendam at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Swellendam?

A bus journey from Somerset West to Swellendam produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Somerset West to Swellendam?

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 43907 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Swellendam?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Somerset West to Swellendam?

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 Somerset West to Swellendam?

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.

Bus Somerset West to Swellendam from £30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Somerset West to Swellendam on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	2h 25m	23:05	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	Cheapest
Bus	20:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	2h 5m	22:10	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	Fastest
Bus	09:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	2h 30m	11:35	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags
Bus	20:00	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	3h 5m	23:05	SWELLENDAM	No tags
Bus	18:50	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	2h 45m	21:35	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 19:55 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Somerset West to Swellendam

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Swellendam. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2h 30mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £59	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£19 - £64	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Swellendam?

Stops in Somerset West

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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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Stops in Swellendam

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Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Intercape

3.5/544,267 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44267 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £19

Intercape Somerset West Swellendam recent customer reviews

Me as a non-smoker was sitting next to a person that was smelling horrible, & when there was a 15min break, he went to spoke & when he returned, the smell was even worse,

Marchelle D.

28 June 2022

Very good

Marjolein D.

24 May 2025

See 1.b

Adri S.

14 May 2021

Intercity Xpress

3/511,119 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Somerset West to Swellendam

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Somerset West to Swellendam?
The cheapest coach tickets from Somerset West to Swellendam start from £17. The average price for this route is around £31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Somerset West to Swellendam?
The average bus journey time from Somerset West to Swellendam is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 5m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Swellendam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Swellendam?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Swellendam at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Swellendam?
A bus journey from Somerset West to Swellendam produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Somerset West to Swellendam?
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 43907 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Swellendam?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Somerset West to Swellendam?
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 Somerset West to Swellendam?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Swellendam was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset West to Swellendam as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £30 to £57 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Intercity Xpress 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.