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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today
$38
tomorrow
$38
Saturday
$28
Sunday
$40
Monday
$40
Tuesday
$40
Wednesday
$40

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 13h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Durban Road 8:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $38
Intercape 11h 45m 6:30 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:15 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $39
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $47
Williams Coaches 11h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $52
Intercity Xpress 12h 5m 5:30 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:35 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $52

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 6:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $38
Williams Coaches 11h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $42
Intercape 11h 45m 6:30 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:15 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $43
Intercity Xpress 11h 25m 6:00 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:25 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $49
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $52

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 11h 50m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:50 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $28
APM 14h 10m 6:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $38
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $47
Williams Coaches 11h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $48
Intercity Xpress 11h 10m 6:00 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:10 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $53

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 11h 45m 6:30 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:15 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $40
APM 11h 40m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:40 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $41
Williams Coaches 11h 15m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:15 AM Port Elizabeth Perridgevale Centre  Economy $42
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $47
Intercity Xpress 11h 25m 6:00 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:25 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $50

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 11h 45m 6:30 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:15 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $40
APM 11h 40m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:40 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $41
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $47
Intercity Xpress 11h 25m 6:00 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:25 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $50
Williams Coaches 11h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $58

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 11h 30m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:30 AM Port Elizabeth Engen  Economy $40
APM 14h 10m 6:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $42
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $52
Williams Coaches 11h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $58
Intercity Xpress 12h 5m 5:30 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:35 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $64

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 13h 5m 6:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 7:05 PM Port Elizabeth Engen  Economy $40
APM 14h 10m 6:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:40 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $42
Eagle Liner 12h 25m 5:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 5:55 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $52
Williams Coaches 11h 40m 7:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:40 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  First Class $57
Intercity Xpress 12h 5m 5:30 PM Cape Town Adderley Bus Stop 5:35 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $64

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is $28 on 12/6/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth

See here how frequent the connections between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 65 daily buses from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 46 daily coaches between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 253 buses from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, with 64 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity that travel 55 times every day by bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth starting from $28!

Cheapest Bus $28
Fastest Bus 11h 10m
Earliest Bus 6:00 AM
Latest Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 55 Ø
Distance 411.9 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches, Eagle Liner and Greyhound South Africa

Cheapest bus connections from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Every day, 55 buses from 7 bus companies leave Cape Town for Port Elizabeth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
$41
Friday 12/05
$38
Saturday 12/06
$38
Sunday 12/07
$40
Monday 12/08
$40
Tuesday 12/09
$40
Wednesday 12/10
$55
Thursday 12/11
$40
Friday 12/12
$70
Saturday 12/13
$39
Sunday 12/14
$39
Monday 12/15
$42
Tuesday 12/16
$40
Wednesday 12/17
$44
Thursday 12/18
$44
Friday 12/19
$51
Saturday 12/20
$44
Sunday 12/21
$44
Monday 12/22
$44
Tuesday 12/23
$43
Wednesday 12/24
$40
Thursday 12/25
$28
Friday 12/26
$35
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $28, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $40.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, with $28. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $41.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth 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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, 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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth? Compare all modes of transports from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth.

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

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

FAQs about the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $28 and takes 11h 50m to reach Port Elizabeth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 7 companies with a range of ticket prices between $28 and $122. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Port Elizabeth.

On average, how many connections are available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth each day?

Every day, the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth bus route is served by approximately 55 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 11h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $53. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Port Elizabeth from Cape Town starts at 6:00 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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

The latest bus trip departing from Cape Town for Port Elizabeth starts at 7:00 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 Cape Town Port Elizabeth route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth 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 Big Sky Intercity.

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

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

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.

More bus routes to Cape Town and to Port Elizabeth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cape Town and to Port Elizabeth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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