What is the distance between Port Elizabeth and Somerset West?

The distance separating Port Elizabeth and Somerset West is 386 miles (622 km).

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

If you're headed to Somerset West from Port Elizabeth, chances are that your bus will leave from Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) and arrive at Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Somerset West from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Somerset West on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	9h 45m	5:55am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:25am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h 55m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	7:45pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	12h	7:45am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	8:35pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	10h 45m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	11h 45m	6:15am	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	No tags

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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 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

11h 25mAverage Duration

381 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $122	Average Duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$33 - $58	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,786 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have noted that the bus offers a luxurious travel experience, which is appreciated. However, there are consistent mentions of delays in departure and extended travel times to reach destinations.

Intercape Budgetliner Port Elizabeth Somerset West recent customer reviews

I love the fact that I doesn’t have a toilet inside and I stops on garage for us to use garage toilets. I didn’t like charging points most of them were not working

Thembi S.

October 17, 2025

The driver was very rude showed us of putting bags in a wrong place nw he ddnt want to open the trailer

Sibulele M.

July 25, 2025

Everything about the trip except the bus being late for more than an hour at the point if departure.

Patrick V.

January 8, 2025

APM WC

2/52,702 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2702 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $22

APMWC Port Elizabeth Somerset West recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the late departure and my Name was also not on the list then drivers almost left me at the bus stop. I like the fact that although the bus was late but we arrived on time and safe in Cape Town.

Seun N.

April 8, 2025

Bus never showed up at the station

Edwin M.

February 10, 2025

Very bad

Silindokuhle Owen N.

April 23, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,979 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 2979 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $29

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Somerset West recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy anything the bus delay was 2hrs and stopped to every garage I spent the whole day and night in a bus and missed my scheduled meetings

Nobuzwe Julia S.

October 1, 2023

Bus was comfortable but driver was impatient and started driving before myself and my daughter even had a seat

Liza U.

September 20, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/510,921 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.

Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Somerset West recent customer reviews

Very dirty and smelly. The toilets inside were extremely dirty and contaminated the bus with it’s unpleasant smell, even vomitted

Nomfundo K.

March 23, 2025

Left my bag in a bus coz of rude driver

Anelisa S.

March 27, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,118 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, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Somerset West?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

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

B - Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd

C - CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.

D - Railway Station

E - Greenacres - Intercape Depot

F - Port Elizabeth

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West by bus

What is the distance between Port Elizabeth and Somerset West?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$22

11/15

$22

Today

$23

11/17

$25

11/18

$23

11/19

$25

11/20

$21

11/21

$23

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Somerset West was searched and found on Nov 20, 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 Port Elizabeth to Somerset West, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $155 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth 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 2025-11-20.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, Intercape, 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.