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

The cheapest bus tickets from George to Somerset West start from $22. 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 ride from George to Somerset West?

The average bus trip duration from George to Somerset West is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 205 miles (330 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the George to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Big Sky , Milta Coaches , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa , ilulaBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from George to Somerset West at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from George to Somerset West generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from George to Somerset West?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from George to Somerset West?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from George to Somerset West?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus George to Somerset West from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for George to Somerset West on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	George - Sasol Garage	5h 55m	6:10am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	12:50am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	6:40am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for George to Somerset West on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	George - Sasol Garage	5h 55m	6:10am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	12:50am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	6:40am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for George to Somerset West on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	George - Sasol Garage	5h 55m	6:10am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	12:50am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	6:40am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for George to Somerset West on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	George - Sasol Garage	5h 55m	6:10am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	George - Sasol Garage	4h 50m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	12:50am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	5h 50m	6:40am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	6h 5m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	4 Saagmeul St	5h 40m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:21 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from George to Somerset West

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

5h 55mAverage Duration

205 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $74	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$23 - $57	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in George and Somerset West?

Stops in George

A
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station), George Industria, George, 6536, South Africa
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B
Sasol N2
Sasol Garage, 437 N2, George, South Africa

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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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,269 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service due to a strong urine smell on the bus that could not be escaped. Additionally, some elderly passengers found it difficult to travel during late hours. Furthermore, there were complaints about buses being consistently late without any prior warning or notification, resulting in long waits in unfavorable weather conditions.

Intercape Budgetliner George Somerset West recent customer reviews

The bus was 3 hours late , but when it eventually came the driver was nice and the journey was so comforting

Maphomolo L.

October 18, 2024

The bus was late . No warning or notification was sent that the bus will be late. I depended on a list to the pick up point and had to wait in the cold and rain for 2 hours for the bus while I was dropped in time for the bus before the initial arrival time at 1.05

Claudette A.

August 30, 2022

Did not enjoy having to deal with the urine smell on the bus that could not be escaped

Karlin M.

May 27, 2022

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,102 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Milta Coaches

Intercity Xpress

3/511,120 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from George, ZA 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 George to Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from George to Somerset West start from $22. 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 ride from George to Somerset West?
The average bus trip duration from George to Somerset West is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 205 miles (330 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the George to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Milta Coaches, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from George to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from George to Somerset West at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from George to Somerset West?
A bus trip from George to Somerset West generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from George to Somerset West?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from George to Somerset West?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from George to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from George to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/01

$30

12/02

No data

Today

$21

12/04

$21

12/05

$21

12/06

$21

12/07

No data

12/08

$21

The cheapest trip from George, ZA to Somerset West was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $72 for a bus ticket from George, ZA to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.