Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bus Station - Old Marine Drive | Somerset East (Engen Garage) - Engen Garage, 24 Worcester St, Somerset East, 5850 | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station) | Somerset East BKB, Crewe Browne Av. | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Somerset East
The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Somerset East
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Somerset East?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Somerset East start from £27. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Somerset East?
The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Somerset East is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 421 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Mini Mobile.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Somerset East route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Somerset East?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Somerset East at 18:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Somerset East?
A bus journey from Cape Town to Somerset East produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Somerset East?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Somerset East?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Somerset East?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Somerset East?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Somerset East was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Somerset East as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £29 to £56 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Somerset East based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually 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.
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