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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Swellendam
    Destination location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Swellendam
    Destination location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Swellendam
    Destination location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Swellendam
    Destination location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 29 at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Swellendam
    Destination location: Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cape Town to Swellendam: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$25
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 45m
Number of daily buses26
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance167 km
Latest bus departure8:45pm

Cape Town to Swellendam Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Swellendam from Cape Town, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Swellendam

  1. How far is Cape Town from Swellendam?

    The distance between Cape Town and Swellendam is approximately 187 km (116 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cape Town to Swellendam?

    Buses departing from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town will take you to Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street in Swellendam.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-26
US$24
06-27
US$28
Today
US$26
06-29
US$24
06-30
US$19
07-01
US$19
07-02
US$19
07-03
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Swellendam was searched and found on Jul 2, 2025 with a price of US$19

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 Swellendam, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$71 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Swellendam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-07-02.

Usually BUDGETLINER, apmwc 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cape Town and Swellendam!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to Swellendam, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cape Town to Swellendam.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cape Town to Swellendam while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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