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Which bus from Cape Town to East London is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to East London. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, APM or Big Sky Intercity. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £32
tomorrow
from £32
Monday
from £30
Tuesday
from £24
Wednesday
from £20
Thursday
from £20
Friday
from £20

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • BM Tours
    12h 45m
    0
    19:35
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:20
    East London
    Royal Hotel
    0
    BM Tours
    Economy
    £32
  • APM
    15h 45m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    06:45
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £33
  • IlulaBus
    15h 30m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:30
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    IlulaBus
    Economy
    £39
  • Jacobs Coaches
    14h 5m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:05
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Jacobs Coaches
    Economy
    £43
  • Badela
    14h 15m
    0
    19:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Badela
    Economy
    £43

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 45m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    06:45
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £32
  • BM Tours
    12h 45m
    0
    19:35
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:20
    East London
    Royal Hotel
    0
    BM Tours
    Economy
    £32
  • IlulaBus
    15h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:45
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    IlulaBus
    Economy
    £39
  • Jacobs Coaches
    15h 20m
    0
    18:40
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:00
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Jacobs Coaches
    Economy
    £39
  • Badela
    14h 15m
    0
    19:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Badela
    Economy
    £39

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • IlulaBus
    15h 30m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:30
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    IlulaBus
    Economy
    £30
  • Intercape
    18h 30m
    0
    19:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    13:30
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £31
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    £31
  • BM Tours
    12h 45m
    0
    19:35
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:20
    East London
    Royal Hotel
    0
    BM Tours
    Economy
    £32
  • APM
    13h 20m
    0
    19:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:20
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £33

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    £24
  • Intercape
    16h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:40
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £27
  • IlulaBus
    15h 30m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:30
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    IlulaBus
    Economy
    £30
  • City to City
    17h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:50
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £31
  • BM Tours
    12h 45m
    0
    19:35
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:20
    East London
    Royal Hotel
    0
    BM Tours
    Economy
    £32

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 45m
    0
    22:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    13:45
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £20
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    £24
  • Intercape
    17h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    11:55
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £25
  • Big Sky Intercity
    17h 40m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    11:40
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £26
  • City to City
    17h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:50
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £28

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 45m
    0
    22:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    13:45
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £20
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    £23
  • Intercape
    17h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    11:55
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £27
  • Big Sky Intercity
    17h 40m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    11:40
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £28
  • City to City
    17h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:50
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £28

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    15h 45m
    0
    15:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    06:45
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £20
  • Delta Coaches
    15h 15m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    £24
  • IlulaBus
    14h 40m
    0
    19:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    09:40
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    IlulaBus
    Economy
    £25
  • Jacobs Coaches
    14h 5m
    0
    18:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    08:05
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Jacobs Coaches
    Economy
    £28
  • Eagle Liner
    16h 45m
    0
    17:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    10:15
    East London
    Coach Station Intercape Office
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £29

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and East London?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to East London. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 109 daily coaches from Cape Town to East London. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 57 daily coaches between Cape Town and East London.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 488 coaches from Cape Town to East London, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and East London, with 51 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to East London bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity that travel daily 95 times by bus from Cape Town to East London in one click. Book your Cape Town to East London bus ticket starting from £20!

Cheapest Bus £20
Fastest Bus 12h 45m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Latest Coach 22:00
Daily Bus Connections 95 Ø
Distance 881.8 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress, IlulaBus, Eagle Liner, Jacobs Coaches, Delta Coaches, Badela, BM Tours and 1 more.

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to East London?

Every day, 95 buses from 11 coach companies leave Cape Town for East London. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/12
Tuesday 17/12
Wednesday 18/12
Thursday 19/12
Friday 20/12
Saturday 21/12
£35
Sunday 22/12
£38
Monday 23/12
£34
Tuesday 24/12
£25
Wednesday 25/12
£20
Thursday 26/12
£20
Friday 27/12
£20
Saturday 28/12
£20
Sunday 29/12
£20
Monday 30/12
£20
Tuesday 31/12
£20
Wednesday 01/01
£20
Thursday 02/01
£20
Friday 03/01
£20
Saturday 04/01
£20
Sunday 05/01
£20
Monday 06/01
£20
Tuesday 07/01
£20
Wednesday 08/01
£20
Thursday 09/01
£20
Friday 10/01
£20
Saturday 11/01
£20
Sunday 12/01

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to East London

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to East London, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £20, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to East London. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £32.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to East London, with £20. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to East London

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cape Town to East London in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cape Town to East London, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cape Town to East London are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Cape Town to East London?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cape Town to East London timetable.
In total 11 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and East London

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and East London. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cape Town to East London? Compare all modes of transports from Cape Town to East London.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to East London

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to East London. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to East London bus

How much does a Cape Town East London coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town East London bus trip is available from £20 and takes 15h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cape Town to East London?

This connection is offered by 11 companies with ticket prices ranging from £20 to £95. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to East London.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town East London route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to East London is offered by roughly 95 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to East London from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to East London is provided by BM Tours and takes 12h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £32. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to East London?

The earliest bus to East London departs from Cape Town at 06:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cape Town to East London?

The latest bus to East London departs from Cape Town at 22:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town East London route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to East London can travel with Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and East London?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and East London by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the bus to East London from Cape Town?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cape Town East London bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town East London bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cape Town to East London on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cape Town to East London

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cape Town and to East London

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cape Town and to East London. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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