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

Next bus departures

Next departures for King William’s Town to Somerset West on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Railway Station
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)Cheapest
APMWCBus
    Train station, King Williams Town
    Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)Fastest
    Big SkyBus
      Railway Station
      Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)No tags
      Intercape BudgetlinerBus
      Railway Station
      Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)No tags
      GreyhoundBus
      King Williams Town Railway Station
      Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)No tags

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

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      8bus per day
      14h 10mAverage Duration
      496 milesDistance
      20kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$22 - $122Average Duration14h 10m
      20kg CO₂e
      Shuttle
      Average Price$35 - $61Average Duration17h 30m
      25kg CO₂e

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

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

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

        The cheapest bus tickets from King William’s Town to Somerset West start from $22. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 ride from King William’s Town to Somerset West?

        The average bus trip duration from King William’s Town to Somerset West is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 496 miles (800 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, ilulaBus.

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

        The earliest bus departs from King William’s Town to Somerset West at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.

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

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

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

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

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

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

        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.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      11/25
      $21
      11/26
      $27
      Today
      $24
      11/28
      $27
      11/29
      $26
      11/30
      $26
      12/01
      $22
      12/02
      $21
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Somerset West was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $21

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

      You can expect to pay from $21 to $69 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-02.

      Usually Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa 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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