Bus from East London to Cape Town

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Facts about the bus from East London to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercity Xpress, APM and Intercape that travel 83 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 $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 13h 40m
Earliest Bus 2:35 AM
Latest Bus 6:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 83 Ø
Distance 548.1 miles
Bus Companies Intercity Xpress, APM, Intercape, Eagle Liner, MAKALALATRANSPORT, Delta Coaches, Jacobs Coaches, Big Sky Intercity and Badela

Cheapest bus connections from East London to Cape Town

Every day, 83 buses from 9 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 03/18/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/17
Monday 03/18
$16
Tuesday 03/19
$16
Wednesday 03/20
$27
Thursday 03/21
$31
Friday 03/22
$30
Saturday 03/23
$34
Sunday 03/24
$29
Monday 03/25
$34
Tuesday 03/26
$29
Wednesday 03/27
$29
Thursday 03/28
$31
Friday 03/29
$29
Saturday 03/30
$29
Sunday 03/31
$45
Monday 04/01
$29
Tuesday 04/02
$29
Wednesday 04/03
$29
Thursday 04/04
$25
Friday 04/05
$25
Saturday 04/06
$25
Sunday 04/07
$20
Monday 04/08
$20
Tuesday 04/09
$16
Wednesday 04/10
$16
Thursday 04/11
$25
Friday 04/12
$16
Saturday 04/13

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 $16, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from East London to Cape Town. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from East London to Cape Town, with $16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

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.

Compare all timetables for the bus from East London to Cape Town

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from East London to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercity Xpress, APM or Intercape for the next days.
  • APM
    15h 20m
    2:05 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    APM
    Economy
    from $16
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 20m
    4:10 PM
    East London
    7:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    from $18
  • Eagle Liner
    15h 40m
    3:45 PM
    East London
    7:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    from $19
  • Intercity Xpress
    16h 15m
    3:45 PM
    East London
    Bus Stop
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    from $20
  • APM
    15h 0m
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office
    5:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    APM
    Economy
    from $20
  • Eagle Liner
    16h 30m
    3:45 PM
    East London
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Eagle Liner
    First Class
    from $22
  • Intercape
    17h 30m
    2:15 PM
    East London
    Station
    7:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Central Station
    Intercape
    Economy
    from $27
  • Big Sky Intercity
    18h 0m
    2:35 AM
    East London
    Bus Stop
    8:35 PM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    from $28
  • Badela
    15h 0m
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Bus Stop
    5:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    Badela
    Economy
    from $29
  • Intercity Xpress
    19h 0m
    2:00 PM
    East London
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    from $31
  • Intercape
    18h 0m
    2:35 AM
    East London
    Intercape Office
    8:35 PM
    Cape Town
    Central Station
    Intercape
    Economy
    from $31
  • MAKALALATRANSPORT
    15h 20m
    2:00 PM
    East London
    Intercape Office
    5:20 AM
    Cape Town
    Central Station
    MAKALALATRANSPORT
    First Class
    from $32
  • MAKALALATRANSPORT
    14h 15m
    2:45 PM
    East London
    Bus Stop
    5:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    MAKALALATRANSPORT
    Economy
    from $32
  • Jacobs Coaches
    14h 20m
    3:20 PM
    East London
    5:40 AM
    Cape Town
    Jacobs Coaches
    First Class
    from $35

More bus companies that typically serve the route East London to Cape Town

Bus schedules change all the time. The following offers are not available anymore for buses from East London to Cape Town, but may come back in the future. Keep an eye on them!

  • IlulaBus
    15h 30m
    3:30 PM
    East London
    Bus Stop
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    IlulaBus
    Temporarily not available: last found 02/09/2024
    Economy
    from $20
  • City to City
    16h 15m
    4:30 PM
    East London
    Bus Stop
    8:45 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    City to City
    Temporarily not available: last found 02/09/2024
    Economy
    from $25
  • Citiliner
    17h 50m
    4:00 PM
    East London
    9:50 AM
    Cape Town
    Bus Stop
    Citiliner
    Temporarily not available: last found 01/16/2024
    Economy
    from $46

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.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 109 daily buses from East London to Cape Town. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 62 daily coaches between East London and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 569 buses from East London to Cape Town, while Evening sees the fewest connections between East London and Cape Town, with 7 offers.

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.

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 $16 and takes 15h 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 9 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $68. 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 83 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 MAKALALATRANSPORT and takes 13h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. 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 6:20 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 Intercity Xpress, APM and Intercape. 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: Intercity Xpress, APM and Intercape.

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.

First Class
First

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

More bus routes from East London and Cape Town

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from East London and from 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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