What is the travel distance from Somerset West to Cape Town?

Somerset West and Cape Town are 43 km (27 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Somerset West to Cape Town?

Buses departing from Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) in Somerset West will take you to Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town.

Bus Somerset West to Cape Town from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Somerset West to Cape Town on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	1h 55m	7:55am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	35m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	1h 5m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	1h 40m	8:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	1h 25m	9:00am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags

Next departures for Somerset West to Cape Town on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	1h 55m	7:55am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	35m	8:00am	Bellville - 8 Mabel St.	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	1h 5m	8:30am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	1h 40m	8:00am	Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	1h 25m	9:00am	Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:28 PM SAST.

Get from Somerset West to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

28 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Cape Town?

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

B - Bus Station - Civic Centre

C - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

D - Civic Centre

E - Bellville

F - Bellville - Oakdale

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Somerset West to Cape Town by bus

What is the travel distance from Somerset West to Cape Town?
Somerset West and Cape Town are 43 km (27 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Somerset West to Cape Town?
Buses departing from Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) in Somerset West will take you to Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-16

$31

11-17

$31

Today

$36

11-19

$31

11-20

No data

11-21

No data

11-22

No data

11-23

$31

The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset West to Cape Town, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $89 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-23.