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Next departures from Cape Town to East London on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWC
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyCheapest
    Jacobs Coaches
      Bus Station - Civic Centre
      EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyFastest
      Intercape Mainliner
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
        Jacobs Coaches
          Bus Station - Civic Centre
          EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyNo tags
          Intercity Xpress
            Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
            Railway StationNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Cape Town to East London

            We recommend taking the shuttle

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2shuttle per day
            15h 45mAverage duration
            867 kmDistance
            27kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$20 - US$121Average duration16h 15m
            22kg CO₂e
            Shuttle
            Average priceUS$40 - US$40Average duration15h 45m
            27kg CO₂e

            Bus Cape Town to East London: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$42
            Average bus trip duration16h 15m
            Number of daily buses38
            Earliest bus departure06:00
            Distance867 km
            Latest bus departure20:45

            Cape Town to East London Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - East London

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London cost?

              The bus ticket price from Cape Town to East London starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to East London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to East London?

              The average travel time between Cape Town and East London is around 16h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 887 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cape Town and East London?

              The number of buses from Cape Town to East London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 38 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to East London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Cape Town to East London?

              When taking the bus from Cape Town to East London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to East London?

              Buses travelling between Cape Town and East London leave from Bus Station - Civic Centre or Bellville - 8 Mabel St. and arrive at Railway Station, Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), Windmill Mall.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            30/10
            US$32
            31/10
            US$28
            Today
            US$21
            02/11
            US$21
            03/11
            US$21
            04/11
            US$21
            05/11
            US$21
            06/11
            US$21
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to East London was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$21

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

            You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$115 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-11-02.

            Usually Big Sky, 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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            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to East London, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to East London will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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