How much is the bus ticket from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

The cheapest coach tickets from Paarl to Port Elizabeth start from £16. The average price for this route is around £34. 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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

The average bus journey time from Paarl to Port Elizabeth is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 378 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Paarl to Port Elizabeth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercape , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Port Elizabeth at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

A bus journey from Paarl to Port Elizabeth produces an estimated 15 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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?

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.

Bus Paarl to Port Elizabeth from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paarl to Port Elizabeth on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 5m	05:55	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	9h 55m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	19:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 25m	07:20	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 10m	05:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 20m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Port Elizabeth on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 5m	05:55	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	9h 55m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	20:25	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 35m	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 25m	07:20	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 10m	05:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Port Elizabeth on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 45m	08:15	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	9h 55m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	20:25	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 35m	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 25m	07:20	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 10m	05:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Port Elizabeth on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 55m	19:05	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	9h 55m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	20:25	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 35m	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 25m	07:20	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 10m	05:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Port Elizabeth on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 45m	08:15	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	9h 55m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	20:25	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 35m	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 25m	07:20	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 10m	05:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Port Elizabeth on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 45m	08:15	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	9h 55m	05:10	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 20m	19:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 25m	07:20	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	10h 10m	05:25	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:36 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Paarl to Port Elizabeth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Port Elizabeth. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

11h 25mAverage duration

378 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £77	Average duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£27 - £82	Average duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paarl and Port Elizabeth?

Stops in Paarl

A
Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Shell Garage, C/O Suid and Hoof Street, Southern Paarl, Paarl, 7624, South Africa
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Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,072 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Intercape

3.5/544,121 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting its punctuality and the friendliness of the drivers. Passengers appreciated being kept informed about upcoming stops. However, it was noted that there are no toilets on board and a stop occurs after three hours en route to Mossel Bay.

Intercape Paarl Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

The bus doesn't have the toilets. And the bus stop after 3 hours on the way to Mossel Bay.

Sonwabo G.

24 October 2022

Keep up the good work, having trouble booking my bus from PE to Paarl on 15 Feb 20,price paid and reflect on bank account,I am concerned

Florene O.

15 February 2020

Caring loving, friendly of your drivers is superb!!! Well done

Andile Lawrence D.

14 April 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510,357 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Customers appreciate the excellent driving skills of the drivers and are generally happy with the service. However, some users mentioned that onboard toilets could be better maintained to improve their experience. Additionally, there was a concern about not being dropped off at the specified location on tickets.

Eagle Liner Paarl Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

Lv the fact that your drivers ar very gud they drive excellent, the case of toilet inside the buy yes it’s gud bt at the very same time is not care it of , atlist the powder that kills a smell wuld make things better thnk u

Ntosh Q.

27 September 2024

Very happy with the service only problem I had was they did not drop me where the ticket said i should be dropped

Elizabeth F.

18 February 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/511,064 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52,758 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Based on 2758 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at £16

APMWC Paarl Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

unprofessional procedures, anyone can get on that bus, seats uncomfortable, aircon leaks water in the bus, cockroaches, but it was safe atleast. never again

Cleason Q.

11 October 2025

The bus never even arrived. I waited from 7pm until 1am. No bus. No communication.

Christin J.

29 August 2025

I have every moment on this bus the service were poor. The bus drivers were rude and I was stranded for almost an hour because they dropped odd at the wrong place. I will never ever recommend this bus to anyone ever. In disgusted by this poor service!

Naomi M.

2 July 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paarl to Port Elizabeth

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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest coach tickets from Paarl to Port Elizabeth start from £16. The average price for this route is around £34. 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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus journey time from Paarl to Port Elizabeth is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 378 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Port Elizabeth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Port Elizabeth at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
A bus journey from Paarl to Port Elizabeth produces an estimated 15 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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
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 Paarl to Port Elizabeth?
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

27/11

£42

28/11

£36

Today

£41

30/11

£41

01/12

£33

02/12

£23

03/12

£33

04/12

£33

The cheapest trip from Paarl to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £23

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

You can expect to pay from £23 to £86 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Big Sky, Intercity Xpress 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.