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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 $21
tomorrow
from $22
Sunday
from $22
Monday
from $20
Tuesday
from $21
Wednesday
from $23
Thursday
from $22

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $23
  • APM
    11h 50m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $23
  • 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
    $27
  • Eagle Liner
    11h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Eagle Liner
    First Class
    $29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    12h 0m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:55 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $22
  • Intercape
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Williams Coaches
    12h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Williams Coaches
    Economy
    $24
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $25
  • 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
    $27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    12h 0m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:55 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $22
  • Intercape
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $23
  • Williams Coaches
    12h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Williams Coaches
    Economy
    $25
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $25
  • Eagle Liner
    11h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $30

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    12h 0m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:55 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $20
  • Intercape
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $23
  • Eagle Liner
    11h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    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
    $31

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $21
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $23
  • APM
    11h 0m
    0
    6:25 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $23
  • Williams Coaches
    12h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Williams Coaches
    Economy
    $25
  • Eagle Liner
    11h 45m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    8:15 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    12h 0m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    7:55 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $23
  • Intercape
    11h 50m
    0
    12:15 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    12:05 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $24
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:45 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $28
  • 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
    $31
  • 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

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    13h 30m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:00 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $22
  • APM
    11h 0m
    0
    6:25 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    5:25 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    $23
  • Big Sky Intercity
    13h 30m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Port Elizabeth
    Engen
    8:00 PM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $24
  • Williams Coaches
    12h 0m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Bus Station
    6:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Williams Coaches
    Economy
    $31
  • Intercity Xpress
    9h 45m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Port Elizabeth
    Intercape Office
    7:10 AM
    Cape Town
    Darling Bus Stop
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    First Class
    $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.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 63 daily buses from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 28 daily coaches between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 244 buses from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, while Night sees the fewest connections between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, with 20 offers.

Facts about the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Eagle Liner that travel 49 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 $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 9h 20m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Latest Bus 9:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 49 Ø
Distance 411.9 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches and Greyhound South Africa

Cheapest bus connections from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Every day, 49 buses from 7 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 06/20/2025 and for the following days.

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

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 $20, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, with $20. Afternoon 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.

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 $21
Fastest Bus 11h 0m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 25 Ø
Found on 6/19/2025

Intercity Xpress from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Intercity Xpress

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

Cheapest Price $27
Fastest Bus 9h 20m
Earliest Bus 6:30 PM
Last Bus 9:50 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 6/19/2025

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 $20
Fastest Bus 9h 55m
Earliest Bus 7:55 PM
Last Bus 9:40 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 6/19/2025

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Port Elizabeth - Cape Town

Williams Coaches
Amanda, 1/11/2025

The bus was on time,comfortable and the drivers were friendly

APM
Sisanda, 1/9/2025

Shitty bus that arrives 3 or more hours late with cockroaches 🪳 everywhere, would never recommend it to anyone.

Williams Coaches
Kk, 11/17/2024

There are coacroches in the bus and no airconditioning.

APM
Zanele, 8/11/2024
This is the worst company. I will never take this bus again. Never again. Waited for almost the whole day for the bus... we slept at the bus stop because we did not know when the bus was going to rock ... This is the worst company. I will never take this bus again. Never again. Waited for almost the whole day for the bus... we slept at the bus stop because we did not know when the bus was going to rock up...no comminication.. w were just told the bus is running late. Worst service .

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.

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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town? Compare all modes of transports from Port Elizabeth to 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 $20 and takes 12h 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 7 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $42. 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 49 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 Intercity Xpress and takes 9h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. 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 12:15 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 9:50 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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