Bus from Somerset West to King William’s Town: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Somerset West to King William’s Town on 18 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    		Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    		Train station, King Williams TownCheapestFastest
    GreyhoundBus
    		Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
    		King Williams Town Railway StationNo tags
    APMWCBus
      		Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
      		Train station, King Williams TownNo tags
      APMWCBus
        		Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
        		Train station, King Williams TownNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:00 PM SAST.

        Compare 2 ways to travel from Somerset West to King William’s Town

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach King William’s Town. The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        7bus per day
        14h 10mAverage duration
        800 kmDistance
        20kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average priceR 399 - R 3 174Average duration14h 10m
        20kg CO₂e
        Shuttle
        		Average priceR 635 - R 1 930Average duration17h 20m
        25kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Somerset West to King William’s Town by bus

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to King William’s Town start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 870. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          The average bus journey time from Somerset West to King William’s Town is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 800 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 15m and is operated by ilulaBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the Somerset West to King William’s Town route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus, Greyhound South Africa.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to King William’s Town at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          A bus trip from Somerset West to King William’s Town produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        6. What is the best bus company from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          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 44309 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Somerset West to King William’s Town?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
        15/12
        R 887
        16/12
        R 796
        Today
        R 839
        18/12
        R 840
        19/12
        R 841
        20/12
        R 841
        21/12
        R 892
        22/12
        R 892
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Somerset West to King William’s Town was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 796

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset West to King William’s Town as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from R 796 to R 2 130 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to King William’s Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 840, which is on 2025-12-18.

        Usually 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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