How can I travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay without a car?

The best way to travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Mossel Bay from Cape Town by bus?

The average travel time from Cape Town to Mossel Bay is about 5h 55m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 3h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 214 miles (345 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

The distance between the two cities is 214 miles (345 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

The majority of buses traveling from Cape Town to Mossel Bay start their journey at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. And wind up at Mossel Bay. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $17, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

The average bus ticket price from Cape Town to Mossel Bay is $26. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $17 and $48, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Cape Town to Mossel Bay Bus Tickets

TodayApr 25

from $20

TomorrowApr 26

from $20

SunApr 27

from $21

MonApr 28

from $21

TueApr 29

from $20

WedApr 30

from $17

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 1:30pm
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
Arrival time: April 26 at 8:35pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: MOSSEL BAY
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 6:40pm
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:25pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: MOSSEL BAY - SHELL GARAGE, LOUIS FOURIE RD, VOORBAAI, MOSSEL BAY, 6500
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:35am
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 55m
Departure time: April 26 at 8:10am
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Arrival time: April 26 at 1:35pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 25m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: CAPE TOWN
Arrival time: April 27 at 12:45am
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: MOSSEL BAY
Operated by: Williams Coaches
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 45m

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Bus Cape Town to Mossel Bay: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$26

Average bus trip duration5h 55m

Number of daily buses26

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance211 miles (340 km)

Latest bus departure8:45pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,363 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Many users have praised the bus service for its cleanliness, comfort, and punctuality. The seating is described as spacious and user-friendly, with amenities like reclining chairs and phone charging facilities enhancing the travel experience. Some reviews noted minor issues such as air conditioning leaks or toilet facilities needing improvement but overall satisfaction remains high.

Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Was good, but webhad a flat tire and it took about 40mins to fix.this delayed my arrival.the buses are nice,driver pleasant and the trip was smooth.

David O.

November 11, 2024

I enjoyed charging my phone on the bus and that the chairs could recline. I also liked the fact that the driver noticed an issue and acted on it promptly ensuring our safety. It would have been cleaner though

Jola N.

May 30, 2024

The experience was awesome even the bus drivers were very friendly so I enjoyed my journey

Andiswa Z.

April 4, 2024

APM WC

2/51,716 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Intercity Xpress

3/58,801 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

According to users, the bus service offers a comfortable and clean experience with friendly and helpful drivers. While some reviews mention delays in arrival times, passengers generally appreciate the neatness of the buses and enjoy their journeys. Despite minor issues like non-functional charging ports, many would choose this service again for its overall quality.

Intercity Xpress Cape Town Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

The bus arrived early in Cape Town but on the way to Mossel Bay it was driving so slow. We got to Mossel Bay an hour later than the exact time allocated on the ticket

Ndinoxolo M.

April 13, 2025

The bus was late and the staff did indicate but overall it’s comfortable and clean.

-Nonkanyiso -.

March 21, 2025

The bus was on time. The drivers were friendly and good. The bus was very neat and it was a pleasure to ride on the bus.

Joyce N.

January 1, 2025

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,616 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service at the Bellville branch, mentioning unhelpful staff who were more focused on their phones than assisting customers. Additionally, there have been complaints about dirty buses with cockroaches and unpleasant odors. These issues greatly impacted the overall experience for these customers.

Eagle Liner Cape Town Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

I was supposed to get on the bus to mossel bay from Cape town. When I got there at 1.30 they told me that there isn't a bus. The only one going is at 5.30. I wasn't notified via text, call or email. By the time I went back, I waited an hour to board the bus. And ended up getting home past 1 in the morning instead of just past 7 the same day. It was very unprofessional.

Juané N.

October 31, 2024

Staff at the Bellville branch, shocking, sitting on her phone the whole time not even looking up to see who is at the window. Then I had to say:"excuse me" 3 x times and was given a snotty attitude not conducive to good business

Christiaan E.

June 2, 2022

It was my very first time taking a short trip but it made my experience a very bad one and I will never do it again. A bus with cockroaches Nd the windows are dirty and the bus smells I couldn't even breath.

Hayley E.

March 9, 2022

Big Sky

3.5/52,090 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Customers have praised the bus service for its cleanliness, comfortable seats, and punctuality. The drivers are noted to be friendly and professional. Some users appreciated features like air conditioning and curtains to block out sunlight. However, a few mentioned that the heater was too high during their trip.

Big Sky Cape Town Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Could not complain about anything, clean and neat seats very comfortable. I’d say the only thing was that the heater was on full blast the whole way other than that it was all good.

Jannes V.

July 29, 2024

It was really good. The bus was very comfortable and the trip went smooth and without hiccups. Very nice and I enjoyed it with my grandson. I really liked the aircon in the bus and the little curtains to keep out the sun

Verna B.

July 3, 2024

Driver was very friendly with everyone and very helpful. Professionalism was applied

Precious G.

April 29, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,614 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Jacobs Coaches

2/574 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi0.8

WILLIAMSCOACHES

4.5/5495 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

Based on 495 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. WILLIAMSCOACHES ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00

Williams Coaches Cape Town Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Bus warm and clean

Mzawupheli S.

July 18, 2024

It was comfortable and clean, does not run and is on time.

Vuyolwethu B.

May 3, 2022

ilulaBus

2/5816 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

KM LUXURY COACHES

1/519 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness1

Cleanliness1.3

Wifi0

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Cape Town to Mossel Bay Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Mossel Bay?

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

B - Bus Station - Civic Centre

C - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

D - Bellville - Sasol Oaks Service Station

E - Bellville

F - Civic Centre

Stops in Mossel Bay

A - Mossel Bay

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cape Town - Mossel Bay

How can I travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay without a car?
How long does it take to get to Mossel Bay from Cape Town by bus?
What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?
How much are the bus tickets from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

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

Best price found

04/23

$20

04/24

$22

Today

$20

04/26

$20

04/27

$20

04/28

$20

04/29

$21

04/30

$17

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Mossel Bay was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $17

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 Mossel Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $40 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Mossel Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-04-30.

Usually BIG SKY, greyhound_za_premium 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Cape Town to Mossel Bay.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cape Town to Mossel Bay.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cape Town to Mossel Bay while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Cape Town to Mossel Bay: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Mossel Bay?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cape Town - Mossel Bay

How can I travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay without a car?

How long does it take to get to Mossel Bay from Cape Town by bus?

What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

What is the most affordable way to travel from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

How much are the bus tickets from Cape Town to Mossel Bay?

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Bus Travel Tips

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