Bus from Port Elizabeth to East London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to East London on March 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyCheapest
APMWCBus
Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
East London (Windmill Mall) No tags
GreyhoundBus
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
East London Windmill ParkNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
Port Elizabeth Railway Station
Railway StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:37 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Port Elizabeth 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 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day
4h 20mAverage Duration
238 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$20 - $108Average Duration4h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$34 - $85Average Duration4h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to East London?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to East London start from $20. 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.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    The average bus travel time from Port Elizabeth to East London is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 238 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by ilulaBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, Jacobs Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to East London at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45776 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-07
$30
03-08
$33
Today
$28
03-10
$30
03-11
$30
03-12
$30
03-13
$28
03-14
$30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to East London was searched and found on Mar 9, 2026 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $75 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-03-13.

Usually Intercape, 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.

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