Bus from East London to Queenstown, ZA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Queenstown on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    		EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
    		Railway StationCheapest
    Delta CoachesBus
    		East London (Windmill)
    		Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.Fastest
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    		Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    		East London Windmill Park
    		Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.No tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    		Railway Station
    		Queenstown StationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:15 PM SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Queenstown

    We recommend taking the shuttle

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Queenstown. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    2shuttle per day
    3hAverage Duration
    159 kmDistance
    5kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$24 - $111Average Duration3h 20m
    4kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    		Average Price$35 - $74Average Duration3h
    5kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Queenstown, ZA by bus

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

    1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Queenstown?

      The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Queenstown start from $24. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from East London to Queenstown?

      The average bus travel time from East London to Queenstown is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 158 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Makalala Transport.

    3. Which bus companies service the East London to Queenstown route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Wez We Coaches, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Citilink, Big Sky, Chilwans Express, ilulaBus, FF Gertse.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from East London to Queenstown?

      The earliest bus departs from East London to Queenstown at 1:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Queenstown?

      A bus trip from East London to Queenstown generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from East London to Queenstown?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Queenstown?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from East London to Queenstown?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Queenstown?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
    11-25
    $26
    11-26
    $26
    Today
    $26
    11-28
    $29
    11-29
    $26
    11-30
    $26
    12-01
    $26
    12-02
    $26
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Queenstown, ZA was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $26

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

    You can expect to pay from $26 to $101 for a bus ticket from East London to Queenstown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-02.

    Usually Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress 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.

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