Next departures for Cape Town to East London on November 28
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Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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CAPE TOWN
56 Moore St, Windmill Park
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on November 29
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Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
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56 Moore St, Windmill Park
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on November 30
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on December 1
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Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on December 2
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Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on December 3
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Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on December 4
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Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Next departures for Cape Town to East London on December 5
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Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bus Station - Civic Centre
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cape Town to East London
We recommend taking the shuttle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its cleanliness, comfort, and friendly drivers. Many appreciate timely arrivals and helpful staff that enhance their travel experience. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functioning charging ports and occasional delays in arrival times. Overall, travelers express satisfaction with the service provided by this company.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
The driver’s were absolutely fantastic, were so kind with passengers, drove very well, i was so comfortable and feeling safe with their driving behaviour. The mainliner was so perfect, clean, luxurious and had everything in need.
4 out of 5 stars
Lubabalo Langa D.
Comfort it ok..
Not punctual, 2 hour late.
My ticket say East London Station, they drop me at Windmill.
3 out of 5 stars
Zitobile M.
I didn't even go because I was in the wrong place my ticket was supposed to be in Belleville so I've been waiting in cape town
Customers generally appreciated the punctuality and professionalism of the drivers, as well as the cleanliness and warmth inside the buses. However, some users noted issues with toilet facilities and occasional discomfort due to unstable rides or non-functional charging stations. Despite these concerns, many travelers expressed satisfaction with their overall experience.
Intercity Xpress Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
The driver was very friendly and accommodating. The bad part was urine coming from the toilet to the floor and it was stinking
4 out of 5 stars
Portia F.
The bus is warm and clean with charging stations. The drivers were very professional and communicated in time for any announcements. The only issue was the smell in the toilet.
5 out of 5 stars
Zanele N.
It took almost 24 hours to reach to thr destination, to make it worse the bus died down on the way we had to complete our journey from our pockets getting a car to EL when there was not even a single word said to us as to what will be the plan to get to thr final destination. We had to walk up the road to find transport to finish our journey. Intercity/ eagle liner buses should be taken off the road.
Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly and accommodating drivers, as well as a clean environment. However, some reviews noted discomfort due to an unpleasant smell from the toilet and cold air entering through an open window or emergency door. Overall, travelers appreciated arriving earlier than expected.
Eagle Liner Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
There's nothing I didn't enjoy it was clean and the drivers were accomodative the only that made the bus cold was that there was an open window/emergency door , do I'd recommend they check everything before letting people in otherwise it was warm and safe I got home earlier than the estimated time , thank you eagliner💋🤣
5 out of 5 stars
Alizwa Q.
The experience was pretty bad, I didn't enjoy my entire trip. First it was another passenger that was under the influence of alcohol who was sexually harassing us during the few hours the bus took off but that was quickly solved by dropping him off at the police station. Around 2am the one the bus's wheels busted
1 out of 5 stars
Liyakhanya M.
There's nothing I enjoyed the bus was too old it arrived late,got stack because it had no diesel. How can a bus transporting people be on the road without being checked if it has diesel
Users have highlighted the cleanliness and punctuality of the bus service, with professional and friendly drivers contributing to a smooth journey. However, some passengers noted discomfort due to temperature issues inside the bus, such as excessive cold or heat in certain areas. Additionally, there were concerns about disruptive behavior from other passengers during trips.
Greyhound Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
Enjoyed the drive,Drivers are professional, respectful however the seat of the client infront of me was too inclined and she did not want to tilt forward a bit ,saying her comfort will be compromised while mine was infringed, there fore was squashed the whole 16hours from Cape Town To East London
3 out of 5 stars
Mpume M.
I loved the fact that the bus was early at pickup point. I didn't like the fact that the bus was cold through out the night.
5 out of 5 stars
Indiphile R.
The AC was blowing over me all the time as the cover was missing but the Awesome assistant eventually covered it with some sticky paper. Otherwise the drivers were professional and friendly. The bus was clean and performed well on the road. It was a smooth journey.
Passengers have shared that the buses are generally warm and comfortable, with some trips arriving on time. However, there were instances of delays and extended pit stops causing late arrivals. Some users also reported concerns about rude interactions from drivers when inquiries were made during the journey.
APMWC Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
the bus was mostly delayed we were supposed to arrive at 9am and we only arrive at 12h00
5 out of 5 stars
Lonwabo T.
Going there was nice coming back driver very rude argued with me don't stop at pitstops to use the toilet
1 out of 5 stars
Grace C.
Bus was cold because wind went through the windows and driver didn’t put on air conditioner to warm the bus . Loud music played by the driver even when passengers complained that they can’t sleep because of loud music his response was that he doesn’t want to fall asleep the loud music is good for him . Winter time at night bus cold and bus driver made my experience bad . Would never use APMWC bus again and so will my family and friends .😡🤬
Based on 19 reviews, the company was rated 2.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting that the drivers were friendly and provided good driving. Additionally, they appreciated that the buses were on time.
JACOBSCOACHES Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
there's no order and they don't care much about the passengers first driver ran away on Friday night saying he doesn't know way out of Cape Town to East London left us stranded. I'm so disappointed in them I don't wish anyone to experience what I've experienced 😭😭
1 out of 5 stars
Kwanele M.
The trip was very bad, got stuck for hours and hours we missed out on things we were actually traveling for, shuttles arrived late and they never wanted to deliver us to our homes because of their bus being stuck and shuttles arrived late, we couldn’t find taxi’s going home. I’m very much disappointed 😢.
1 out of 5 stars
Asemahle R.
We had to switched busses in Graaff Reinett and then then people were moving out of the bus while my partner and I didn't know what was happening. Then we got seats at the back of the bus which was absolutely disgusting cause every time the toilet was flushed the smell was horrendous making me sick to my stomach and the USB charging points was not working at all.
Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the safety of the trips and praising the drivers for their kindness and customer service skills. However, there were mentions of delays in departure times from Cape Town station, with some users expressing a desire for more punctuality.
Delta Coaches Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
No order and wasted people's time, took forever to get there because they mixed distances
1 out of 5 stars
Umtha N.
The arrival time was delayed and had to be changed to another bus company to complete the journey
1 out of 5 stars
Dominion A.
My nephew did not enjoy it at all, he had his phone stolen waiting for the bus he's an old man for a 60 year old, had the bus been in time
was very late all it was filthy
Based on 540 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the WiFi. Wez We Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Wez We Coaches Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
We slept in the station waiting for a bus that was supposed to arrive at 7 pm it arrived at 11am still on the way, the attitude they gave us 😩,
Poor service windows are not closing properly
I will never recommend this bus to anyone
I know it’s cheap but don’t
1 out of 5 stars
Asive M.
Horrible,Very poor service. The bus cold and old there is no air on no charging ports they don't even respect time
Big Sky bus services have received positive feedback for their comfortable and clean buses, as well as friendly and professional drivers who ensure a smooth ride. However, some users reported delays in departure times without prior communication. Despite this issue, the overall experience remains satisfying with timely arrivals at destinations.
Big Sky Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
My experience with Big Sky was generally positive. I appreciated the friendly and communicative drivers, who made the journey enjoyable.
The driving itself was smooth, and I liked the bus features, especially the air conditioning, which worked well throughout the trip.
However, I was disappointed with the delay. The bus was scheduled to arrive at 19:30 and depart at 19:45, but it was delayed until 20:45 without any prior communication. This lack of updates was frustrating.
Overall, I enjoyed the ride and look forward to seeing improvements in communication for future trips.
5 out of 5 stars
Mlungiseleli M.
Sits of the bus are too small and there's no space in front of the chairs to relax your feet. And the bus was late we were not notified.
2 out of 5 stars
Noxolo N.
Overall journey was good but departure was an hour delayed from projected time of 19:00
Based on 253 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Badela ticket prices on this trip start at $54
BADELA Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
I enjoyed my trip staff treated us very well .I will definetely travel with Badela bus again.thanks keep up the good work.
5 out of 5 stars
Lukhona N.
The first bus got stuck at worster and we had to wait for another bus to come from cape town. The bus arrived with people leaving others without chairs. The bus was leaking and we arrived wet at our destination with our luggage wet
Based on 225 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $67
Chilwans Express offers 2 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at $49. The quickest ride takes around 967. Chilwans Express offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
According to multiple reviews, ilulabus provides a pleasant trip experience. However, some customers express dissatisfaction with poor service and significant delays of up to 8 hours.
ilulaBus Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
The bus was supposed to depart at 8 but it departed at 8. The drivers were using GPS for directions which delayed us. I was supposed to have arrived at 9:30 only to arrive at 3pm. Never again will I book Ilula bus.
1 out of 5 stars
Nomzamo M.
I didn't enjoy anything. The bus was supposed to leave at 6pm in cape town and it left at 00:00. The but kept on stopping on the way as it kept on breaking down and a bus that was meant to arrive at 09:00 in east london arrived at 23:30. They didn't even arrange transport for us to cover the inconvenience.
1 out of 5 stars
Sindisa M.
There was a 6 hour delay . Bus never came and we received sms to say the bus is delayed by one and a half hours. Bus was delayed by more than that. Left cape town past 12 when the departure time was at 6
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Mini Mobile ticket prices on this trip start at $36
Mini Mobile Cape Town East London recent customer reviews
Mini Mobile was a no show. There was simply no bus service available, people waited through out the evening and no bus arrive. There was zero communication or an apology.
BM Tours offers 4 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at $32. The quickest ride takes around 792. BM Tours offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to East London by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to East London start from $29. The average price for this route is around $63. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to East London?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to East London is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 867 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Mini Mobile.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to East London route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to East London at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to East London?
A bus trip from Cape Town to East London generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cape Town to East London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to East London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-26
$66
11-27
$75
Today
$74
11-29
$65
11-30
$69
12-01
$61
12-02
$61
12-03
$61
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to East London was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $61
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $929,365 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Big Sky, Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.