Passengers have shared positive experiences with Intercape, highlighting the friendly staff and comfortable rides. Many appreciated the cleanliness of the buses and punctuality at departure points. However, some reviews noted issues such as non-functional charging ports, occasional water leakage inside buses, blocked toilets, and delays in arrival times due to traffic or lack of communication about pick-up schedules.
Intercape Mainliner Port Shepstone Cape Town recent customer reviews
Driving smooth and comfortable. Friendly staff and Bus was on time no delay I enjoyed this trip
5 out of 5 stars
Skhumbuzo Eric Z.
The drivers were friendly, nice and patient, but we we got picked up at least an hour late with no communication of if and when we will be picked up in Port Shepstone. We also arrived 2 hours late at Cape Town.
3 out of 5 stars
Gcina J.
I enjoyed that it was comfortable but my charging point was not working I had to charge in the seat opposite me
Intercity bus has been appreciated for providing a wonderful journey experience, as mentioned by users. However, there have been reports of delays at pick-up points and destinations. Additionally, some passengers expressed concerns about the lack of access to toilets during certain segments of their travel route.
Intercity Xpress Port Shepstone Cape Town recent customer reviews
The best trip ever.clean toilet. Friendly driver. This is my first with this bus won't be my last
5 out of 5 stars
Charmaine S.
It was 30 mins late on a pick up point & 2 hrs late on our destination,thats bad. 😰
Not to allow passengers to use garage toilets from Kokstad garage to Fort Jackson, we are sick, we need to relieve ourselves now & again.
4 out of 5 stars
Kangelwa N.
The condition of the bus was very bad, and the time of arrival was way past the allocated time
Based on 3046 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £36
Based on 2738 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 £42
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Port Shepstone to Cape Town
What's the distance between Port Shepstone and Cape Town by coach?
The distance between Port Shepstone and Cape Town by coach is approximately 735 miles (1185 km).
How can I travel from Port Shepstone to Cape Town avoiding air travel?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
24/11
£36
25/11
£28
Today
£38
27/11
£35
28/11
£35
29/11
£34
30/11
£34
01/12
£35
The cheapest trip from Port Shepstone to Cape Town was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £28
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Shepstone to Cape Town as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £28 to £53 for a bus ticket from Port Shepstone to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually 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.
The cheapest trip from Port Shepstone to Cape Town was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £28
