Bus Tickets from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Riversdale
    Destination location: RIVERSDAL - NISSAN GARAGE (NEXT TO TOTAL TAKEAWAYS)
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Riversdale
    Destination location: RIVERSDAL - NISSAN GARAGE (NEXT TO TOTAL TAKEAWAYS)
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Riversdale
    Destination location: RIVERSDALE
    Operated by: Williams CoachesWilliams Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Riversdale
    Destination location: Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Riversdale
    Destination location: Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Port Elizabeth to Riversdale: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$38
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance398 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Port Elizabeth to Riversdale Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Port Elizabeth - Riversdale

  1. How long is the trip from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale by bus?

    The bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale takes 6h 50m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Riversdale in about 5h.

  2. What is the travel distance from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale?

    Port Elizabeth and Riversdale are 400 km (248 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale?

    Buses departing from Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) in Port Elizabeth will take you to Shell Garage, N2 (next to Spur) in Riversdale.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale?

    The least expensive option to go from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at $29, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale?

    The bus from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale will cost you $38, on average.

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

Best price found
05-19
$30
05-20
$28
Today
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05-22
$30
05-23
$31
05-24
$30
05-25
$30
05-26
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale was searched and found on May 20, 2025 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 Riversdale, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $54 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-05-22.

Usually MAINLINER 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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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Port Elizabeth to Riversdale.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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