How much does a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Paarl cost?

The bus ticket price from Port Elizabeth to Paarl starts at R 403. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Paarl is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Paarl?

The average travel time between Port Elizabeth and Paarl is around 10h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 611 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Port Elizabeth and Paarl?

The number of buses from Port Elizabeth to Paarl can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Paarl by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Port Elizabeth to Paarl?

When taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Paarl, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Paarl?

Buses travelling between Port Elizabeth and Paarl leave from Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd or Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) and arrive at Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Paarl from R 378 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Paarl on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h 40m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	21:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 15m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 15m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 15m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Paarl on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h 40m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	21:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Paarl on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h 40m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	21:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	08:20	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	11h 30m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	08:20	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	11h 30m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	08:20	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	11h 30m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Paarl on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	11h 30m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h 40m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	21:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Paarl on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	11h 30m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h 40m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	21:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Paarl on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Cheapest
Bus	21:50	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h 40m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	21:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h 35m	07:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 35m	05:45	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Port Elizabeth to Paarl

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 403, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

10h 35mAverage duration

616 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 403 - R 1 973	Average duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 554 - R 2 035	Average duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Eagle Liner

3/510 219 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10219 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 451

Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth Paarl recent customer reviews

Seats are comfortable but there is no room space. Also the driver played loud music when it was time to sleep so that was not comfortable

Siviwe J.

29 January 2023

Bus arrived late, was not clean. No toilets inside,

Jackson C.

30 December 2024

It was late

Emmanuel M.

16 December 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52 964 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Intercity Xpress

3/510 899 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Intercape

3.5/543 732 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to user feedback, the drivers are praised for their excellent service and ensuring a safe journey. However, there is some concern about buses arriving late and cleanliness issues on certain trips. Despite these aspects, many travelers still express satisfaction with their overall travel experience due to the professionalism of the drivers.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Paarl recent customer reviews

The bus provided was not the mainliner bus, it arrived on time and there were not many steps on the way.

Yoliswa K.

22 August 2025

Ibus ibibanda ngathi ngamaphela asenyanga nangku ndinegqela emqolo awusoze undibone ndiphinda kuIntercape zange ndagodola kangaka

Fezeka J.

12 August 2025

Drivers were amazing but the bus was not clean at al and that was a big disappointment for me.

Azola M.

22 June 2024

APM WC

2/52 696 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

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Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Paarl?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A - Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd

B - Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)

C - CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.

D - Railway Station

E - Greenacres - Intercape Depot

F - Port Elizabeth

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Paarl by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Paarl cost?
The bus ticket price from Port Elizabeth to Paarl starts at R 403. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Paarl is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Paarl?
The average travel time between Port Elizabeth and Paarl is around 10h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 611 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Port Elizabeth and Paarl?
The number of buses from Port Elizabeth to Paarl can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Paarl by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Port Elizabeth to Paarl?
When taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Paarl, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Paarl?
Buses travelling between Port Elizabeth and Paarl leave from Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd or Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) and arrive at Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

R 592

12/11

R 413

Today

R 398

14/11

R 399

15/11

R 439

16/11

R 418

17/11

R 418

18/11

R 378

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Paarl was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 378

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

You can expect to pay from R 378 to R 970 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 378, which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Intercape 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.