Bus from East London to Grahamstown: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Grahamstown on 11 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)Cheapest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)Fastest
Big SkyBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)No tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)No tags
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:43 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Grahamstown

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Grahamstown. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day
2h 35mAverage duration
83 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£15 - £63Average duration2h 45m
3kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average price£17 - £33Average duration2h 35m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from East London to Grahamstown

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Grahamstown?

    The cheapest coach tickets from East London to Grahamstown start from £15. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 journey from East London to Grahamstown?

    The average bus journey time from East London to Grahamstown is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 83 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 15m and is operated by ilulaBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Grahamstown?

    The earliest bus departs from East London to Grahamstown at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 19:40.

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

    A bus journey from East London to Grahamstown produces an estimated 3.339975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from East London to Grahamstown?

    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 45779 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Grahamstown?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Grahamstown?

    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 East London to Grahamstown?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
09/04
£18
10/04
£40
Today
£18
12/04
£26
13/04
£18
14/04
£17
15/04
£17
16/04
£17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Grahamstown was searched and found on 16 Apr 2026 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £53 for a bus ticket from East London to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-04-16.

Usually Intercity Xpress, Intercape, APM WC 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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