Find coaches from Cape Town to East London

Tomorrow3 Aug
from US$22
Mon4 Aug
from US$22
Tue5 Aug
from US$22
Wed6 Aug
from US$22
Thu7 Aug
from US$22
Fri8 Aug
from US$22
Sat9 Aug
Sun10 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: East London
    Destination location: 90 Moore Street
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: East London
    Destination location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: East London
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: East London
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Cape Town
    Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: East London
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cape Town to East London

Average priceUS$22 - US$79Average duration16h 5m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average priceUS$36 - US$62Average duration15h 45m
27kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cape Town to East London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

46bus per day
16h 5mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cape Town to East London: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39
Average bus trip duration16h 5m
Number of daily buses46
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance550 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Cape Town to East London Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - East London

  1. How far is East London from Cape Town by coach?

    The distance between Cape Town and East London by coach is approximately 550 miles (887 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach East London from Cape Town without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/07
US$92
01/08
US$28
Today
US$20
03/08
US$20
04/08
US$20
05/08
US$20
06/08
US$20
07/08
US$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to East London was searched and found on 3 Aug 2025 with a price of US$20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to East London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$92 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20, which is on 2025-08-03.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cape Town to East London but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to East London, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cape Town to East London will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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