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

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Queenstown on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
Railway Station
Queenstown StationCheapest
Hope Diamond TransportBus
East London Station
Queenstown Train StationFastest
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: Today 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 $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day
3hAverage Duration
158 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$23 - $115Average Duration3h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$34 - $134Average 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 $23. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 159 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Hope Diamond 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, Hope Diamond Transport, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus, Wez We Coaches, Big Sky, APM WC, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Citilink, Chilwans Express, 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 3118 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
12-09
$26
12-10
$26
Today
$26
12-12
$26
12-13
$26
12-14
$26
12-15
$26
12-16
$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Queenstown, ZA was searched and found on Dec 13, 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 $84 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 2025-12-13.

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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