How much is the bus ticket from Swellendam to Cape Town?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Cape Town start from $19. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Swellendam to Cape Town?

The average bus trip duration from Swellendam to Cape Town is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 115 miles (186 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Cape Town route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa , Williams Coaches , Jacobs Coaches , Delta Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Cape Town?

The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Cape Town at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Cape Town?

A bus trip from Swellendam to Cape Town generates an estimated 5 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 Swellendam to Cape Town?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam to Cape Town?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Swellendam to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Williams Coaches , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swellendam to Cape Town?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Swellendam to Cape Town from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Swellendam to Cape Town on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	SWELLENDAM	3h 30m	6:30am	CAPE TOWN	Cheapest
Bus	5:20am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h 40m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	3:00am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	3h 30m	6:30am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	4h 30m	7:45am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:55am	SWELLENDAM	3h 35m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags

Next departures for Swellendam to Cape Town on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00am	SWELLENDAM	3h 30m	6:30am	CAPE TOWN	Cheapest
Bus	5:20am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h 40m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	3:00am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	3h 30m	6:30am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	4h 30m	7:45am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	4:55am	SWELLENDAM	3h 35m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags

Next departures for Swellendam to Cape Town on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	5h	8:35am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	5:20am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	2h 40m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	3:00am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	3h 30m	6:30am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street	4h 30m	7:45am	Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)	No tags
Bus	3:00am	SWELLENDAM	3h 30m	6:30am	CAPE TOWN	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:17 PM SAST.

Get from Swellendam to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

115 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Cape Town?

Stops in Swellendam

A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, South Africa
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Stops in Cape Town

A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
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B
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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C
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
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D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,268 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers have had smooth and enjoyable trips with highly skilled drivers. They appreciate the on-point services provided. Some suggest better directions upon arrival at Civic Centre in CT for a more seamless experience.

Intercape Mainliner Swellendam Cape Town recent customer reviews

Was a very bad experience. Bus was almost 4 hours late. I was not kept in the loop. I had to call and watsapp several times for status of bus whereabouts.

Manogarie P.

October 27, 2024

Very enjoyable with no hitches. Steve the driver is a huge asset and good driver

Howard F.

January 8, 2024

Smooth trip. Would be nice when arriving at the Civic Centre in CT to be directed to a suitable pick-up point.

Pieter V.

December 20, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,100 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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.

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510,415 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner Swellendam Cape Town recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy it the bus was dirty Aircon didn't work and no proper seats placing but we had a good bus driver

Charles J.

January 27, 2024

Bus never showed up. Left stranded.

Aaliyah P.

November 29, 2023

Horrible, it wasn't an eagle liner and the bus arrived just under 4 hours late.

Shaakirah M.

April 19, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Williams Coaches

4.5/5565 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.2

Jacobs Coaches

2/591 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,910 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Swellendam to Cape Town 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 Swellendam to Cape Town?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Cape Town start from $19. The average price for this route is around $25. 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 Swellendam to Cape Town?
The average bus trip duration from Swellendam to Cape Town is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 115 miles (186 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Cape Town route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Williams Coaches, Jacobs Coaches, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Cape Town?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Cape Town at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Cape Town?
A bus trip from Swellendam to Cape Town generates an estimated 5 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 Swellendam to Cape Town?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam to Cape Town?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Swellendam to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swellendam to Cape Town?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

$20

12/02

$22

Today

$23

12/04

$18

12/05

$18

12/06

$21

12/07

No data

12/08

No data

The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $69 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually Intercape, Greyhound South Africa 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.