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Compare all timetables for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Eagle Liner for the next days.
today
from $23
tomorrow
from $25
Monday
from $24
Tuesday
from $16
Wednesday
from $16
Thursday
from $16
Friday
from $22

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $23
  • Eagle Liner
    11h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $24
  • Intercape
    11h 15m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    10:05 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $24
  • Intercape
    13h 20m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercity Xpress
    11h 10m
    0
    8:20 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    $25

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    11h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercape
    11h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $25
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30
  • Intercity Xpress
    13h 30m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    $32
  • Intercity Xpress
    13h 10m
    0
    6:50 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    $32

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    12h 40m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    9:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $24
  • Intercape
    12h 20m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    9:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $24
  • Williams Coaches
    12h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Williams Coaches
    First Class
    $25
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Eagle Liner
    First Class
    $33

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    13h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    12h 40m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    9:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $22
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 5m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $28
  • Williams Coaches
    12h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Williams Coaches
    Economy
    $28
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    13h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    12h 40m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    9:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $22
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 5m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $28
  • Intercity Xpress
    13h 30m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $29
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    13h 0m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $16
  • Intercape
    11h 55m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercity Xpress
    13h 30m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $29
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 5m
    0
    6:40 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $31

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    12h 40m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    9:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $22
  • Intercape
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $25
  • Intercape
    11h 55m
    0
    6:35 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Railway Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $25
  • Eagle Liner
    12h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    5:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30
  • Eagle Liner
    11h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    BP Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $34

Frequency of bus connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town

See here how frequent the connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 48 daily buses from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 186 buses from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, while Night sees the fewest connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner that travel 30 times every day by bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 10h 25m
Earliest Bus 7:25 AM
Latest Bus 10:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 30 Ø
Distance 411.9 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity and Williams Coaches

Cheapest bus connections from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Every day, 30 buses from 6 bus companies leave Port Elizabeth for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/23/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/17
Monday 11/18
Tuesday 11/19
Wednesday 11/20
Thursday 11/21
Friday 11/22
Saturday 11/23
$24
Sunday 11/24
$24
Monday 11/25
$25
Tuesday 11/26
$16
Wednesday 11/27
$16
Thursday 11/28
$16
Friday 11/29
$30
Saturday 11/30
$30
Sunday 12/01
$25
Monday 12/02
$16
Tuesday 12/03
$15
Wednesday 12/04
$15
Thursday 12/05
$16
Friday 12/06
$30
Saturday 12/07
$16
Sunday 12/08
$30
Monday 12/09
$15
Tuesday 12/10
$16
Wednesday 12/11
$15
Thursday 12/12
$15
Friday 12/13
$30
Saturday 12/14

The cheapest time to travel from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, with $16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

These are the most booked bus companies between Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from our users.

APM from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

APM

Here you will find the key facts about the APM bus route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 10h 25m
Earliest Bus 12:10 AM
Last Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 11/22/2024

Intercape from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Intercape

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price $22
Fastest Bus 11h 0m
Earliest Bus 7:25 AM
Last Bus 10:50 PM
Daily Connections 18 Ø
Found on 11/22/2024

Williams Coaches from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Williams Coaches

Here you will find the key facts about the Williams Coaches bus route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town:

Cheapest Price $25
Fastest Bus 11h 15m
Earliest Bus 6:30 PM
Last Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 11/22/2024

All bus stations and stops in Port Elizabeth and Cape Town

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

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

FAQs about the Port Elizabeth to Cape Town bus

How much does a Port Elizabeth Cape Town bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 13h 0m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

This route is offered by 6 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $57. 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town each day?

Every day, the Port Elizabeth to Cape Town bus route is served by approximately 30 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town take?

The fastest bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is offered by APM and takes 10h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $21. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from Port Elizabeth starts at 7:25 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from Port Elizabeth for Cape Town starts at 10:50 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 Port Elizabeth Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, passengers can travel with Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between Port Elizabeth 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 Eagle Liner.

What can I take with me on the Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Economy
Economy

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

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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