How much is the bus ticket from Somerset West to Mossel Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to Mossel Bay start from $20. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Somerset West to Mossel Bay?

The average bus trip duration from Somerset West to Mossel Bay is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 184 miles (296 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Mossel Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Intercape , Milta Coaches , Greyhound South Africa , Intercity Xpress , ilulaBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Mossel Bay at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Somerset West to Mossel Bay generates an estimated 7 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 Somerset West to Mossel Bay?

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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Mossel Bay?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Mossel Bay?

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 Mossel Bay from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Somerset West to Mossel Bay on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	4h 45m	6:50pm	MOSSEL BAY	Cheapest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	4h 30m	1:35pm	Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	4h 30m	1:35pm	Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	5h 5m	1:05am	MOSSEL BAY	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	5h 11m	12:01am	MOSSEL BAY - SHELL GARAGE, LOUIS FOURIE RD, VOORBAAI, MOSSEL BAY, 6500	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:11 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Somerset West to Mossel Bay

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Mossel Bay. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $106	Average Duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$23 - $87	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Mossel Bay?

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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Stops in Mossel Bay

A
Mossel Bay
Shell Truckport, Cnr Gericke Rd and Louis Fourie Rd, Voorbaai, Mossel Bay, 6506, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Intercape

3.5/544,268 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the punctuality and smoothness of the rides. The buses are described as neat with friendly drivers ensuring a safe journey. However, some reviews mention cramped seating and issues like lack of chargers or air conditioning adjustments being needed during trips.

Intercity Inter-connect Somerset West Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Trip was very safe driving and relaxing and punctual on time.Friendly driver and assistant.Neat bus.

Dewald B.

December 27, 2024

The bus was ontime and the driver where nice but bus had nocharger seats are cramped

Zwelethemba S.

August 5, 2024

Met a fabulous peson on the bus. Everything on time and the ride went smoothly. Your bus was neat and clean.

Verona L.

April 23, 2024

Milta Coaches

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Intercity Xpress

3/511,119 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.

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 Somerset West to Mossel Bay 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 Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to Mossel Bay start from $20. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
The average bus trip duration from Somerset West to Mossel Bay is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 184 miles (296 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Mossel Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Milta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Mossel Bay at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
A bus trip from Somerset West to Mossel Bay generates an estimated 7 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 Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Somerset West to Mossel Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Mossel Bay?
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.

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$31

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$36

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$42

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$42

The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Mossel Bay was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $31

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 Mossel Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $101 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Mossel Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-06.

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.