Bus from Orkney to East London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Orkney to East London on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)Cheapest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)Fastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:12 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Orkney to East London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 50mAverage Duration
680 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$45 - $91Average Duration13h 50m
17kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$60 - $103Average Duration12h
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Orkney to East London 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 Orkney to East London?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Orkney to East London start from $45. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 Orkney to East London?

    The average bus travel time from Orkney to East London is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 680 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Intercape.

  3. Which bus companies service the Orkney to East London route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Orkney to East London?

    The earliest bus departs from Orkney to East London at 9:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orkney to East London?

    A bus trip from Orkney to East London generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-26
$51
11-27
$66
Today
$62
11-29
$49
11-30
$61
12-01
$53
12-02
$61
12-03
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Orkney to East London was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $68 for a bus ticket from Orkney to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-29.

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