Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road | Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | FORT BEAUFORT - TOTAL GARAGE, R63, FORT BEAUFORT, 5720 | Port Elizabeth Railway Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road | Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road | Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | FORT BEAUFORT - TOTAL GARAGE, R63, FORT BEAUFORT, 5720 | Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:53 PM SAST.
Get from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth
The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Fort Beaufort and Port Elizabeth?
Stops in Fort Beaufort
- A
Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown Road
Total Service station, 3 Grahamstown Rd, R63, Fort Beaufort, 5720, South Africa
Stops in Port Elizabeth
- A
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - B
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - C97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
- DRailway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
- E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth start from $29. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus travel time from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 164 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth at 5:05am. And the latest bus departs at 4:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
A bus trip from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth?
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.
The cheapest trip from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $69 for a bus ticket from Fort Beaufort to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-05.
