Bus Port Elizabeth to Swellendam - Compare all Companies

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

today

$21

tomorrow

$27

Sunday

Monday

$30

Tuesday

Wednesday

$32

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	9h 5m	6:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	3:30 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$21	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 6:25:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Intercape	8h 40m	8:15 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	4:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 8:15:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Intercity Xpress	9h 30m	6:30 PM	Port Elizabeth	Bus Station	4:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 6:30:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Big Sky Intercity	7h 25m	7:30 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Basic	$38	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 7:30:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound South Africa	8h 15m	8:35 PM	Port Elizabeth	Eldo House	4:50 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$39	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Eldo House, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/5/2025 8:35:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	9h 0m	7:35 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	4:35 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 7:35:00 AM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
Intercape	9h 10m	7:25 AM	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	4:35 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 7:25:00 AM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Intercape	8h 25m	7:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	4:10 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 7:45:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
Intercape	8h 45m	7:25 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	4:10 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 7:25:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
Intercape	7h 25m	7:30 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 7:30:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	8h 40m	6:15 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 6:15:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Intercape	9h 10m	5:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	2:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 5:45:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Intercape	8h 30m	8:20 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	4:50 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:20:00 AM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Intercape	8h 40m	8:15 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	4:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:15:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Intercape	9h 10m	7:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	4:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 7:45:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	9h 40m	6:30 AM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	4:10 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:30:00 AM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Intercape	8h 40m	6:15 PM	Port Elizabeth	Engen	2:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Engen, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:15:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Intercape	10h 10m	6:00 AM	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	4:10 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:00:00 AM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Intercape	9h 10m	5:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Intercape Office	2:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Intercape Office, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 5:45:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
Intercape	9h 10m	7:45 PM	Port Elizabeth	Railway Station	4:55 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Railway Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 7:45:00 PM to Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam via Plettenberg Bay, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Computicket
  
  7h 30m
  
  0
  
  9:25 PM
  
  Port Elizabeth
  Bus Station
  
  12:20 AM
  
  Plettenberg Bay
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from Computicket goes from Bus Station, Port Elizabeth (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 9:25:00 PM to Bus Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
- Computicket
  
  4h 20m
  
  0
  
  12:35 AM
  
  Plettenberg Bay
  Bus Station
  
  4:55 AM
  
  Swellendam
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from Computicket goes from Bus Station, Plettenberg Bay (South Africa) at 12/12/2025 12:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Swellendam (South Africa) arriving at 12/12/2025 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam is $21 on 12/5/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Port Elizabeth and Swellendam

See here how frequent the connections between Port Elizabeth and Swellendam are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily buses from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Port Elizabeth and Swellendam.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 57 buses from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Port Elizabeth and Swellendam, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

Compare all providers like Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and APM that travel 22 times every day by bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam in one click! Book your bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus	$21
Fastest Bus	7h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:15 AM
Latest Bus	8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	22 Ø
Distance	296.1 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Big Sky Intercity, APM, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches and Greyhound South Africa

Cheapest bus connections from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

Every day, 22 buses from 6 bus companies leave Port Elizabeth for Swellendam: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 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

Friday 12/05

$21

Saturday 12/06

$27

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$30

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$32

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

$31

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $21, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam, with $21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam, 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 Swellendam are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

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

Intercape from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

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

Cheapest Price	$27
Fastest Bus	7h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:15 AM
Last Bus	8:30 PM
Daily Connections	16 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

APM from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

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

Cheapest Price	$21
Fastest Bus	7h 25m
Earliest Bus	6:25 PM
Last Bus	9:40 PM
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

Intercity Xpress from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

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

Cheapest Price	$32
Fastest Bus	7h 30m
Earliest Bus	6:30 PM
Last Bus	9:50 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in Port Elizabeth and Swellendam

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

BP Bus Station

Cape Road 61

Bus Station

Eldo House

Westview Drive 97

Engen

Cape Road 314

Perridgevale Centre

Storey Road 4

Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark

Voortrekker Street 91

Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam

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

FAQs about the Port Elizabeth to Swellendam bus

How much does a Port Elizabeth Swellendam bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 9h 5m to reach Swellendam. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 6 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $57. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Swellendam.

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

Every day, the Port Elizabeth to Swellendam bus route is served by approximately 22 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam is offered by Big Sky Intercity and takes 7h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $38. 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 Swellendam?

The earliest bus arriving in Swellendam 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 Swellendam?

The latest bus trip departing from Port Elizabeth for Swellendam starts at 8:30 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 Swellendam route?

When traveling by bus from Port Elizabeth to Swellendam, passengers can travel with Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and APM. 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 Swellendam?

You can check all the direct connections between Port Elizabeth and Swellendam 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, Big Sky Intercity and APM.

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

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

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

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

More bus routes to Port Elizabeth and to Swellendam

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