Bus Somerset West to Cape Town: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Somerset West to Cape Town

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Somerset West to Cape Town from various bus operators like APM, Greyhound South Africa or City to City for the next days.

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Monday

$11

Tuesday

$23

Wednesday

$24

Thursday

Friday

$24

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
City to City	0h 20m	5:35 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	5:55 AM	Cape Town	Langa	Economy	$11	A Bus from City to City goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 5:35:00 AM to Langa, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 20m
City to City	0h 30m	5:35 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	6:05 AM	Cape Town	Langa	Economy	$11	A Bus from City to City goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 5:35:00 AM to Langa, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
APM	0h 55m	6:05 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	7:00 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 6:05:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
APM	2h 20m	6:15 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	8:35 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 6:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
Greyhound South Africa	1h 40m	7:20 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	9:00 AM	Cape Town	Adderley Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 7:20:00 AM to Adderley Bus Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	2h 20m	6:15 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	8:35 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$23	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 6:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
APM	1h 45m	6:15 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	8:00 AM	Cape Town	Durban Road	Economy	$23	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 6:15:00 AM to Durban Road, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
APM	0h 55m	6:05 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	7:00 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 6:05:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Greyhound South Africa	1h 40m	7:20 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	9:00 AM	Cape Town	Adderley Bus Stop	Economy	$44	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/28/2026 7:20:00 AM to Adderley Bus Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	0h 55m	6:05 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	7:00 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 6:05:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
APM	2h 20m	6:15 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	8:35 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 6:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
APM	2h 20m	7:05 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	9:25 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$26	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 7:05:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
Greyhound South Africa	1h 40m	7:20 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	9:00 AM	Cape Town	Adderley Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 7:20:00 AM to Adderley Bus Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	0h 55m	6:05 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	7:00 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 6:05:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
APM	2h 20m	6:15 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	8:35 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 6:15:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
APM	1h 25m	7:35 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	9:00 AM	Cape Town	Civic Center	Economy	$27	A Bus from APM goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 7:35:00 AM to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
Greyhound South Africa	1h 40m	7:20 AM	Somerset West	Shell Garage Station	9:00 AM	Cape Town	Adderley Bus Stop	Economy	$45	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Shell Garage Station, Somerset West (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 7:20:00 AM to Adderley Bus Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Somerset West and Cape Town

See here how frequent the connections between Somerset West and Cape Town are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Somerset West to Cape Town. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Somerset West and Cape Town.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 27 buses from Somerset West to Cape Town, while Night sees the fewest connections between Somerset West and Cape Town, with 2 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/27/2026 costs just $11, from City to City

Facts about the bus from Somerset West to Cape Town

Compare all providers like APM, Greyhound South Africa and City to City that travel 8 times every day by bus from Somerset West to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Somerset West to Cape Town starting from $11!

Cheapest Bus	$11
Fastest Bus	0h 20m
Earliest Bus	5:35 AM
Latest Bus	7:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	26.2 miles
Bus Companies	APM, Greyhound South Africa and City to City

Cheapest bus connections from Somerset West to Cape Town

Every day, 8 buses from 3 bus companies leave Somerset West for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$24

Sunday 07/26

$18

Monday 07/27

$11

Tuesday 07/28

$18

Wednesday 07/29

$24

Thursday 07/30

$18

Friday 07/31

$24

Saturday 08/01

$24

Sunday 08/02

$21

Monday 08/03

$11

Tuesday 08/04

$18

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$18

Friday 08/07

$24

Saturday 08/08

$21

Sunday 08/09

$23

Monday 08/10

$18

Tuesday 08/11

$23

Wednesday 08/12

$21

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Somerset West to Cape Town

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Somerset West to Cape Town, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $11, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Somerset West to Cape Town. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Somerset West to Cape Town, with $11. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $72.

How to save money travelling from Somerset West to Cape Town

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Somerset West to Cape Town in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Somerset West to Cape Town, 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 buses from Somerset West to Cape Town are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Somerset West and Cape Town

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Somerset West and Cape Town.

Shell Garage Station

BP Garage

Main RD

Civic Center

Old Marine Dr

Durban Road

Durban Road 181

Darling Bus Stop

Darling Darling

Intercape Depot

Morris Cl

Jobela Star Bus Services Bus Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Somerset West to Cape Town

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Somerset West to Cape Town? Or which bus companies serve the route Somerset West to Cape Town? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Somerset West to Cape Town bus

How much does a Somerset West Cape Town bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $11 and takes 0h 20m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Somerset West to Cape Town?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $11 and $75. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cape Town.

On average, how many connections are available from Somerset West to Cape Town each day?

Every day, the Somerset West to Cape Town bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Somerset West to Cape Town take?

The fastest bus from Somerset West to Cape Town is offered by City to City and takes 0h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $11. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Somerset West to Cape Town?

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from Somerset West starts at 5:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Somerset West to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from Somerset West for Cape Town starts at 7:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Somerset West Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from Somerset West to Cape Town, passengers can travel with APM, Greyhound South Africa and City to City. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset West and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between Somerset West and Cape Town by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: APM, Greyhound South Africa and City to City.

What can I take with me on the Somerset West to Cape Town bus route?

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 Somerset West Cape Town bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Somerset West Cape Town 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 traveling 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 Somerset West to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Somerset West to Cape Town

Economy

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

More bus routes to Somerset West and to Cape Town

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