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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from East London to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Intercity Xpress for the next days.
today
from $19
tomorrow
from $19
Sunday
from $19
Monday
from $20
Tuesday
from $19
Wednesday
from $19
Thursday
from $19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    16h 20m
    0
    3:35 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:55 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $19
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $20
  • Eagle Liner
    16h 30m
    0
    3:45 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercity Xpress
    18h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $24
  • Intercape
    19h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $19
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $20
  • Eagle Liner
    16h 30m
    0
    3:45 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercity Xpress
    18h 30m
    0
    1:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $24
  • Intercape
    14h 45m
    0
    6:15 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    16h 20m
    0
    3:35 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:55 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $19
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercity Xpress
    14h 20m
    0
    4:50 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercape
    19h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26
  • Big Sky Intercity
    16h 15m
    0
    2:15 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $27

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $20
  • APM
    15h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $21
  • Intercity Xpress
    14h 20m
    0
    4:50 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercape
    19h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26
  • Big Sky Intercity
    16h 15m
    0
    2:15 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $19
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercity Xpress
    14h 20m
    0
    4:50 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $24
  • Eagle Liner
    16h 30m
    0
    3:45 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $27
  • City to City
    16h 15m
    0
    4:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $27

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $19
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    16h 15m
    0
    2:15 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26
  • Big Sky Intercity
    16h 15m
    0
    2:15 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $27
  • City to City
    16h 15m
    0
    4:30 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    8:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $27

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 20m
    0
    2:05 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $19
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    4:10 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $21
  • Intercity Xpress
    14h 20m
    0
    4:50 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    7:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercape
    19h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26
  • Big Sky Intercity
    16h 15m
    0
    2:15 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $27

Frequency of bus connections between East London and Cape Town

See here how frequent the connections between East London and Cape Town are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 82 daily buses from East London to Cape Town. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 64 daily coaches between East London and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 428 buses from East London to Cape Town, while Night sees the fewest connections between East London and Cape Town, with 39 offers.

Facts about the bus from East London to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress that travel 72 times every day by bus from East London to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from East London to Cape Town starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 14h 0m
Earliest Bus 2:35 AM
Latest Bus 7:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 72 Ø
Distance 548.1 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity, Jacobs Coaches, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, City to City, Greyhound South Africa and Greyhound Australia

Cheapest bus connections from East London to Cape Town

Every day, 72 buses from 10 bus companies leave East London for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/25/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/20
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
Wednesday 04/23
Thursday 04/24
Friday 04/25
$26
Saturday 04/26
$19
Sunday 04/27
$26
Monday 04/28
$20
Tuesday 04/29
$19
Wednesday 04/30
$19
Thursday 05/01
$19
Friday 05/02
$19
Saturday 05/03
$19
Sunday 05/04
$19
Monday 05/05
$19
Tuesday 05/06
$19
Wednesday 05/07
$19
Thursday 05/08
$19
Friday 05/09
$19
Saturday 05/10
$19
Sunday 05/11
$19
Monday 05/12
$19
Tuesday 05/13
$19
Wednesday 05/14
$19
Thursday 05/15
$19
Friday 05/16
$19
Saturday 05/17

The cheapest time to travel from East London to Cape Town

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from East London to Cape Town, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from East London to Cape Town. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $20.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from East London to Cape Town, with $19. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $31.

How to save money travelling from East London to Cape Town

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from East London to Cape Town in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from East London to Cape Town, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from East London to Cape Town are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from East London to Cape Town

These are the most booked bus companies between East London to Cape Town from our users.

Intercape from East London to Cape Town

Intercape

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route East London to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price $26
Fastest Bus 14h 45m
Earliest Bus 2:35 AM
Last Bus 7:40 PM
Daily Connections 24 Ø
Found on 4/24/2025

APM from East London to Cape Town

APM

Here you will find the key facts about the APM bus route East London to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price $19
Fastest Bus 14h 35m
Earliest Bus 2:05 PM
Last Bus 5:45 PM
Daily Connections 18 Ø
Found on 4/24/2025

Delta Coaches from East London to Cape Town

Delta Coaches

Here you will find the key facts about the Delta Coaches bus route East London to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price $20
Fastest Bus 15h 10m
Earliest Bus 4:10 PM
Last Bus 4:20 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 4/24/2025

All bus stations and stops in East London and Cape Town

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in East London and Cape Town.

Service and Comfort on the bus from East London to Cape Town

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from East London to Cape Town? Or which bus companies serve the route East London to Cape Town? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the East London to Cape Town bus

How much does a East London Cape Town bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 16h 20m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from East London to Cape Town?

This route is offered by 10 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $62. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cape Town.

On average, how many connections are available from East London to Cape Town each day?

Every day, the East London to Cape Town bus route is served by approximately 72 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from East London to Cape Town take?

The fastest bus from East London to Cape Town is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 14h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from East London to Cape Town?

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from East London starts at 2:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from East London to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from East London for Cape Town starts at 7:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the East London Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from East London to Cape Town, passengers can travel with Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between East London and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between East London and Cape Town by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the East London to Cape Town bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the East London Cape Town bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the East London Cape Town bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from East London to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route East London to Cape Town

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to East London and to Cape Town

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to East London and to Cape Town. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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Bus from Jeffrey’s Bay to East London Bus from Jeffrey’s Bay to East London
Bus to Cape Town from Mthatha Bus to Cape Town from Mthatha
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Harare to Cape Town bus Harare to Cape Town bus
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