How much is the bus ticket from Queenstown to Somerset West?

The cheapest bus tickets from Queenstown to Somerset West start at R 554. The average price for this route is around R 715. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Queenstown to Somerset West?

The average bus journey time from Queenstown to Somerset West is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 785 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Queenstown to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Queenstown to Somerset West?

The earliest bus departs from Queenstown to Somerset West at 14:40. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Queenstown to Somerset West?

A bus trip from Queenstown to Somerset West produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Queenstown to Somerset West?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Queenstown to Somerset West?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Queenstown to Somerset West?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Queenstown to Somerset West?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Queenstown to Somerset West from R 410 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Queenstown to Somerset West on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:40	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	15h 15m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	15:00	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	14h 55m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	14:40	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	15h 15m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	14:40	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	15h 15m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	15:00	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	14h 55m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:34 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Queenstown to Somerset West

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 597, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day

12h 15mAverage duration

785 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 554 - R 2 984	Average duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 597 - R 1 629	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Queenstown and Somerset West?

Stops in Queenstown

A
Queenstown Station
14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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C
Railway Station
Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa

Stops in Somerset West

A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 531 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44531 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 554

Intercape Budgetliner Queenstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy bacause the bus was stuck and wait for a long hours for another bus

Andiswa A.

13 October 2025

The seats were broken. The driver was rude and asking us to get up and move seats whenever new people jump in. It was my worst trip ever

Lilitha Z.

4 November 2023

I didn’t enjoy anything , the trip was totally horrible . Having to be moved to a different vehicle 3 times and with very minimal information of what is going on . Even lost some of my belongs due to the offload from one vehicle to another .

Ivile N.

10 September 2023

APM WC

2/52 833 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Queenstown, ZA to Somerset West by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Queenstown to Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Queenstown to Somerset West start at R 554. The average price for this route is around R 715. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Queenstown to Somerset West?
The average bus journey time from Queenstown to Somerset West is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 785 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Queenstown to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Queenstown to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Queenstown to Somerset West at 14:40. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Queenstown to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Queenstown to Somerset West produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Queenstown to Somerset West?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Queenstown to Somerset West?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Queenstown to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Queenstown to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

13/12

R 430

14/12

R 553

Today

R 410

16/12

R 530

17/12

R 571

18/12

R 533

19/12

R 531

20/12

R 685

The cheapest trip from Queenstown, ZA to Somerset West was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 410

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

You can expect to pay from R 410 to R 820 for a bus ticket from Queenstown, ZA to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 530, which is on 2025-12-16.