What is the distance between Grahamstown and Umzimkulu?

The distance between Grahamstown and Umzimkulu is approximately 468 km (290 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Grahamstown to Umzimkulu?

Buses departing from The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street in Grahamstown will take you to Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) in Umzimkulu.

Bus Grahamstown to Umzimkulu from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Umzimkulu on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 30m	8:05am	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	Cheapest
Bus	7:50pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	9h 50m	5:40am	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 30m	8:05am	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	10h 30m	8:05am	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:56 PM SAST.

Get from Grahamstown to Umzimkulu

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

467 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,864 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 43864 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $47

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Umzimkulu recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the trip because I didn't sleep well the bus light didn't switch off. I tried to consult the bus driver and he dismissed me unfairly. And the toilet was blocked it was very smelling

Sinqobile N.

December 24, 2024

Poor service. The bus was 5 hours late.

Nkosivumile D.

March 29, 2024

APM WC

2/52,715 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Umzimkulu?

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Stops in Umzimkulu

A - Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Umzimkulu by bus

What is the distance between Grahamstown and Umzimkulu?
The distance between Grahamstown and Umzimkulu is approximately 468 km (290 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Grahamstown to Umzimkulu?
Buses departing from The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street in Grahamstown will take you to Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) in Umzimkulu.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-17

$85

11-18

$86

Today

$83

11-20

$99

11-21

$94

11-22

$96

11-23

$86

11-24

$92

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Umzimkulu was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $83

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

You can expect to pay from $83 to $114 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Umzimkulu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-11-23.