Bus from East London to Port Elizabeth: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Port Elizabeth on 13 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand StreetCheapest
APMWCBus
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand StreetFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)No tags
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Railway Station
Port Elizabeth Railway StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:52 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Port Elizabeth

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Port Elizabeth. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day
4h 45mAverage duration
149 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£16 - £56Average duration4h 35m
6kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average price£19 - £51Average duration4h 45m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from East London to Port Elizabeth

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 Port Elizabeth?

    The cheapest coach tickets from East London to Port Elizabeth start from £16. The average price for this route is around £25. 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 Port Elizabeth?

    The average bus journey time from East London to Port Elizabeth is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 149 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Jacobs Coaches, Flexi City Connect, ilulaBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from East London to Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth?

    A bus journey from East London to Port Elizabeth produces an estimated 5.985125 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 Port Elizabeth?

    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 45780 reviews.

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

    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 Port Elizabeth?

    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 Port Elizabeth?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/05
£20
11/05
£33
Today
£22
13/05
£18
14/05
£18
15/05
£18
16/05
£18
17/05
£17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on 17 May 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 Port Elizabeth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £37 for a bus ticket from East London to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-05-17.

Usually Intercity Xpress 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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