Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Port Elizabeth - Greenacres Mcdonalds | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:10 AM SAST.
Get from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth
The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth?
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
Stops in Port Elizabeth
- A97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
- B
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - C
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth start from $21. The average price for this route is around $39. 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 Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 115 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10m and is operated by MN QWABE TRANSPORT.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Hope Diamond Transport, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 3 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 Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $128 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-02-09.
Usually 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.
