Bus from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    		Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
    		Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)No tags
    APM WCBus
      		Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
      		Shell Ultra City @ SteersNo tags
      APM WCBus
        		Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
        		Shell Ultra City @ SteersNo tags
        IntercapeBus
        		Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
        		Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)No tags
        IntercapeBus
        		Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
        		Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)No tags

        Get from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        14bus per day
        4h 40mAverage duration
        167 milesDistance
        7kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay start from £16. The average price for this route is around £38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          The average bus journey time from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 167 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.

        3. Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          A bus journey from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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        01/12
        £33
        02/12
        £24
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        04/12
        £16
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        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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

        You can expect to pay from £16 to £65 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-04.

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