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Today19 Jul
from US$24
Tomorrow20 Jul
from US$29
Mon21 Jul
from US$28
Tue22 Jul
Wed23 Jul
Thu24 Jul
Fri25 Jul
Sat26 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Railway Station
    Arrival time: 20 July at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
    Arrival time: 20 July at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: 20 July at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: 20 July at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: 20 July at
    Destination city: Grahamstown
    Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Grahamstown

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$119Average duration2h 35m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average priceUS$24 - US$54Average duration3h 30m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Grahamstown

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Grahamstown. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
2h 35mAverage duration
US$19Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Grahamstown: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$26
Average bus trip duration2h 35m
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure01:45
Distance84 miles
Latest bus departure20:45

East London to Grahamstown Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from East London to Grahamstown.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from East London to Grahamstown.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Grahamstown from East London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Grahamstown

  1. What's the distance between East London and Grahamstown by coach?

    The distance between East London and Grahamstown by coach is approximately 83 miles (133 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from East London to Grahamstown without a car?

    You can travel to Grahamstown from East London by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/07
US$26
18/07
US$26
Today
US$22
20/07
US$26
21/07
US$26
22/07
No data
23/07
US$22
24/07
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Grahamstown was searched and found on 23 Jul 2025 with a price of US$22

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 US$22 to US$119 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 US$22, which is on 2025-07-23.

Usually BIG SKY, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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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 East London to Grahamstown.

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Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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