Bus Swellendam to Stellenbosch: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch

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

today

$21

tomorrow

$23

Friday

Saturday

$14

Sunday

Monday

$24

Tuesday

$23

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 10m	5:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	8:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 5:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 50m	3:15 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:05 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 3:15:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Intercape	3h 45m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:45 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Intercape	3h 10m	4:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 4:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 30m	7:50 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	11:20 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 7:50:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 50m	3:15 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:05 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 3:15:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
Intercape	3h 10m	5:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	8:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 5:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 45m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:45 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Intercape	3h 10m	4:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 4:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 10m	4:40 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:50 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 4:40:00 PM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
City to City	2h 40m	5:00 AM	Swellendam	Bus Stop	7:40 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	Economy	$14	A Bus from City to City goes from Bus Stop, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 5:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
Intercape	3h 10m	5:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	8:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 5:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 15m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:15 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
APM	3h 5m	3:35 AM	Swellendam	Bus Stop	6:40 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	Economy	$29	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Stop, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 3:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Greyhound South Africa	1h 25m	4:55 AM	Swellendam	Bus Stop	6:20 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	Economy	$32	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Bus Stop, Swellendam (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 4:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 6:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 45m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:45 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Intercape	3h 15m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:15 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
APM	3h 5m	3:35 AM	Swellendam	Bus Stop	6:40 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	Economy	$29	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Stop, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 3:35:00 AM to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
Greyhound South Africa	1h 25m	4:55 AM	Swellendam	Bus Stop	6:20 AM	Stellenbosch	Bus Stop	Economy	$32	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Bus Stop, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 4:55:00 AM to Bus Stop, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 6:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	3h 15m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:15 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/3/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/3/2026 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Intercape	3h 45m	3:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	6:45 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/3/2026 3:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/3/2026 6:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Intercape	3h 10m	5:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	8:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/3/2026 5:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/3/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 10m	4:40 PM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:50 PM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/3/2026 4:40:00 PM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/3/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Intercape	3h 10m	4:00 AM	Swellendam	Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark	7:10 AM	Stellenbosch	Merriman Laan	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark, Swellendam (South Africa) at 2/3/2026 4:00:00 AM to Merriman Laan, Stellenbosch (South Africa) arriving at 2/3/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch is $14 on 1/31/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Swellendam and Stellenbosch

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Swellendam to Stellenbosch. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Swellendam and Stellenbosch.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 41 buses from Swellendam to Stellenbosch, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Swellendam and Stellenbosch, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch

Compare all providers like Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and APM that travel 11 times every day by bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swellendam to Stellenbosch starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus	$14
Fastest Bus	1h 25m
Earliest Bus	3:00 AM
Latest Bus	4:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	11 Ø
Distance	90.5 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Big Sky Intercity, APM, Greyhound South Africa and City to City

Cheapest bus connections from Swellendam to Stellenbosch

Every day, 11 buses from 5 bus companies leave Swellendam for Stellenbosch: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/28/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

$21

Thursday 01/29

$23

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

$14

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

$25

Tuesday 02/03

$23

Wednesday 02/04

$24

Thursday 02/05

$24

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Swellendam to Stellenbosch

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

With a price starting from $14, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Swellendam to Stellenbosch, with $14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Swellendam to Stellenbosch

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 Swellendam to Stellenbosch 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 Swellendam to Stellenbosch, 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 Swellendam to Stellenbosch are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Swellendam and Stellenbosch

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

Swellengrebel Hotel / Groentemark

Voortrekker Street 91

Bus Stop

Merriman Ave 42

Merriman Laan

Service and Comfort on the bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch

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

FAQs about the Swellendam to Stellenbosch bus

How much does a Swellendam Stellenbosch bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 2h 40m to reach Stellenbosch. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $46. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Stellenbosch.

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

Every day, the Swellendam to Stellenbosch bus route is served by approximately 11 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Swellendam to Stellenbosch take?

The fastest bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch is offered by Greyhound South Africa and takes 1h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $32. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch?

The earliest bus arriving in Stellenbosch from Swellendam starts at 3:00 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 Swellendam to Stellenbosch?

The latest bus trip departing from Swellendam for Stellenbosch starts at 4:40 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 Swellendam Stellenbosch route?

When traveling by bus from Swellendam to Stellenbosch, 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 Swellendam and Stellenbosch?

You can check all the direct connections between Swellendam and Stellenbosch 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 Swellendam to Stellenbosch 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 Swellendam Stellenbosch 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 Swellendam Stellenbosch 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 Swellendam to Stellenbosch on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Swellendam to Stellenbosch?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Swellendam and to Stellenbosch

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