How long does it take to get to Vanderbijlpark from East London by bus?

The typical travel time from East London to Vanderbijlpark by bus is around 13h 10m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Vanderbijlpark in 13h 10m

What is the distance between East London and Vanderbijlpark?

The distance covered from East London to Vanderbijlpark is 702 km (436 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from East London to Vanderbijlpark?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), in East London, and end it at Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur, in Vanderbijlpark.

What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Vanderbijlpark?

Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from East London to Vanderbijlpark. The ticket price for this bus starts at $53, making this your best choice for this trip.

How much is the bus from East London to Vanderbijlpark?

The bus fare from East London to Vanderbijlpark is approximately $59.

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from East London to Vanderbijlpark?

Yes! Catch buses leaving from East London until 4:45pm and reaching Vanderbijlpark on the following day.

East London to Vanderbijlpark Bus Tickets

TodayMay 17

from $47

TomorrowMay 18

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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: May 17 at 4:30pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 18 at 5:55am
Destination city: Vanderbijlpark
Destination location: Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: May 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Arrival time: May 18 at 5:55am
Destination city: Vanderbijlpark
Destination location: Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m
Departure time: May 17 at 4:30pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 18 at 5:55am
Destination city: Vanderbijlpark
Destination location: Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m
Departure time: May 17 at 4:30pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 18 at 5:55am
Destination city: Vanderbijlpark
Destination location: Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m
Departure time: May 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Arrival time: May 18 at 5:55am
Destination city: Vanderbijlpark
Destination location: Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:27 PM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Vanderbijlpark

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$53 - $94	Average Duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$57 - $89	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Vanderbijlpark

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Vanderbijlpark. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 10mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Vanderbijlpark: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$59

Average Bus Trip Duration13h 10m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure4:30pm

Distance702 km

Latest bus departure4:45pm

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/539,788 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers appreciate the very friendly drivers, but some mention long pitstops and being dropped off next to the road instead of at designated points. Overall, passengers enjoy their experience with positive feedback on driver friendliness.

Intercape Mainliner East London Vanderbijlpark recent customer reviews

I enjoyed travelling in a warm bus,I don’t like that bus was 30 minutes late when we got to Vanderbijlpark.

Jwalane B.

June 19, 2024

Very friendly drivers, but took very long at pitstops and dropped two people off next to the road, instead of the drop-off points.

Cornel C.

April 24, 2024

The bus was full, social-distancing impossible, sanitizers or wipes were unavailable in the toilet.

Ntombi Kayise M.

March 3, 2021

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

East London to Vanderbijlpark Bus

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Where are the popular stops in East London and Vanderbijlpark?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - Windmill Mall

D - East London Station

Stops in Vanderbijlpark

A - Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur

Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Vanderbijlpark

How long does it take to get to Vanderbijlpark from East London by bus?
The typical travel time from East London to Vanderbijlpark by bus is around 13h 10m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Vanderbijlpark in 13h 10m
What is the distance between East London and Vanderbijlpark?
The distance covered from East London to Vanderbijlpark is 702 km (436 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from East London to Vanderbijlpark?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), in East London, and end it at Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur, in Vanderbijlpark.
What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Vanderbijlpark?
Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from East London to Vanderbijlpark. The ticket price for this bus starts at $53, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much is the bus from East London to Vanderbijlpark?
The bus fare from East London to Vanderbijlpark is approximately $59.
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from East London to Vanderbijlpark?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from East London until 4:45pm and reaching Vanderbijlpark on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05-15

$44

05-16

$44

Today

$44

05-18

$46

05-19

$46

05-20

$46

05-21

$46

05-22

$46

The cheapest trip from East London to Vanderbijlpark was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of $44

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 Vanderbijlpark, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $57 for a bus ticket from East London to Vanderbijlpark based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-05-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from East London to Vanderbijlpark.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from East London to Vanderbijlpark, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 East London to Vanderbijlpark.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from East London to Vanderbijlpark, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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

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

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