How much is the bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay start at R 433. The average price for this route is around R 914. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

The average bus journey time from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay is 6h, covering a distance of 335 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay at 16:20. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

A bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

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 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

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 Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?

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 Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay from R 363 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:45	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	7h 20m	00:05	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	Cheapest
Bus	17:15	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 55m	23:10	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Fastest
Bus	16:20	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	7h 20m	00:05	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	16:20	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags

Next departures from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 55m	11:10	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	Fastest
Bus	16:20	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	6h	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	7h 20m	00:05	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags
Bus	17:15	Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road	5h 55m	23:10	Shell Ultra City @ Steers	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:58 PM SAST.

Get from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just R 433, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6hAverage duration

335 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Fort Beaufort and Plettenberg Bay?

Stops in Fort Beaufort

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Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road
Total Service station, 3 Grahamstown Rd, R63, Fort Beaufort, 5720, South Africa
Visit page

Stops in Plettenberg Bay

A
Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay start at R 433. The average price for this route is around R 914. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
The average bus journey time from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay is 6h, covering a distance of 335 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay at 16:20. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
A bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
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 Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 429

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

You can expect to pay from R 429 to R 906 for a bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 429, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually Big Sky 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.