Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street | Stormsriver - Bridge Total Garage | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd | Storms River (Total Garage) N2 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St) | Stormsriver - Bridge Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St) | Stormsriver - Bridge Total Garage | No tags |
Get from Port Elizabeth to Thornham
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Thornham 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 Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Thornham start from $33. The average price for this route is around $37. 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 Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
The average bus travel time from Port Elizabeth to Thornham is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 157 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Thornham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Thornham at 4:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Thornham generates an estimated 4 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 Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 11186 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Thornham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Thornham was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Thornham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $96 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Thornham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-16.
