How much is the bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to East London?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vanderbijlpark to East London start from $41. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Vanderbijlpark to East London?

The average bus travel time from Vanderbijlpark to East London is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 702 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Vanderbijlpark to East London route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Greyhound South Africa .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vanderbijlpark to East London?

The earliest bus departs from Vanderbijlpark to East London at 7:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to East London?

A bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to East London generates an estimated 18 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 Vanderbijlpark 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 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vanderbijlpark to East London?

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 Vanderbijlpark to East London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vanderbijlpark to East London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vanderbijlpark to East London from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vanderbijlpark to East London on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	VANDERBIJLPARK	12h 35m	7:35am	East London Windmill Park	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 5m	8:40am	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	No tags

Next departures for Vanderbijlpark to East London on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	7:00pm	VANDERBIJLPARK	12h 35m	7:35am	East London Windmill Park	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 5m	8:40am	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	No tags

Next departures for Vanderbijlpark to East London on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	7:00pm	VANDERBIJLPARK	12h 35m	7:35am	East London Windmill Park	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 5m	8:40am	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	No tags

Next departures for Vanderbijlpark to East London on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	7:00pm	VANDERBIJLPARK	12h 35m	7:35am	East London Windmill Park	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 5m	8:40am	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	No tags

Next departures for Vanderbijlpark to East London on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	7:00pm	VANDERBIJLPARK	12h 35m	7:35am	East London Windmill Park	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 5m	8:40am	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	No tags

Next departures for Vanderbijlpark to East London on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	7:00pm	VANDERBIJLPARK	12h 35m	7:35am	East London Windmill Park	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 20m	8:55am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	13h 5m	8:40am	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vanderbijlpark 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 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 5mAverage Duration

702 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $127	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$56 - $137	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vanderbijlpark and East London?

Stops in Vanderbijlpark

A
Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur, Vanderbijlpark C. C., Vanderbijlpark, 1900, South Africa
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Stops in East London

A
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,584 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences about the comfort of their journeys, appreciating features like heaters and the opportunity to meet diverse people. However, a common concern is occasional late departures or arrivals. Despite these timing issues, many travelers still found their overall experience enjoyable with Intercape.

Intercape Mainliner Vanderbijlpark East London recent customer reviews

Very dissatisfied with Intercape my bus delay with 2 hours and they only let us know it was gonna delay with 1 hour 20 mins by the time we were already at the bus station

Liyanda S.

November 26, 2025

My journey with intercape was nice we arrived on time in East London but this time around we didn't watch movies like we always do

Sinethemba B.

September 2, 2025

Very terrible,the bus was late and the place we were waiting at didn't have a waiting area. 2 the bus got stuck in stutterheim for more than 2 hours

Samkelisiwe N.

June 18, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,231 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vanderbijlpark 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vanderbijlpark to East London start from $41. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Vanderbijlpark to East London?
The average bus travel time from Vanderbijlpark to East London is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 702 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Vanderbijlpark to East London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vanderbijlpark to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Vanderbijlpark to East London at 7:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to East London?
A bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to East London generates an estimated 18 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 Vanderbijlpark 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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vanderbijlpark to East London?
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 Vanderbijlpark to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vanderbijlpark to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12-15

$95

12-16

$38

Today

$97

12-18

$81

12-19

$84

12-20

$94

12-21

$103

12-22

$85

The cheapest trip from Vanderbijlpark to East London was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $134 for a bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, Intercape 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.