Cape Town to Port Elizabeth Bus and Coach

Cape Town to Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Cape Town to Port Elizabeth Route Overview

Cape Town to Port Elizabeth bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 15 daily bus departures available, including 14 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Cape Town at 07:30h, arriving at Port Elizabeth at 19:35h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 19:30h, arriving at 06:40h the following day.
Departure station and country Cape Town, South Africa
Arrival station and country Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Travel Distance 470 mi
Average Trip Duration 11h 42min
Total Departures 15
Lowest Price £17
Transportation Options Coach


Traveling by coach from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The shortest travel distance between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth is 470 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 18:40 has a travel time of 10:20h. The longest travel time on the route is 13:05h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Port Elizabeth earlier, there are 14 overnight coaches from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. The overnight coaches depart between and 19:30 and arrive between 02:45 and 06:40 the same day.

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Cape Town or Port Elizabeth coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £17 (One-Way) or £34 (Return).

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