Bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Port Elizabeth on April 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, 336 Cape RdCheapest
Intercity XpressBus
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape RdFastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)No tags
Big SkyBus
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)No tags
Williams CoachesBus
CAPE TOWN
Rail Station, Port Elizabeth CentralNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:30 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day
12h 15mAverage Duration
409 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth start from $20. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 409 miles (660 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 52 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Williams Coaches, Milta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Jacobs Coaches, ilulaBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    A bus trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 16.491725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    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 588 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
03/30
$33
03/31
$49
Today
$46
04/02
$44
04/03
$25
04/04
$30
04/05
$33
04/06
$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $93 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-04-03.

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.

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