How far is Grahamstown from Somerset West by coach?

The journey from Somerset West to Grahamstown by coach covers an approximate distance of 445 miles (718 km).

Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from Somerset West without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Somerset West to Grahamstown from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Somerset West to Grahamstown on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	12h 30m	09:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	11h 45m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	19:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	13h 20m	08:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	18:50	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	12h 10m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags
Bus	20:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	12h 15m	08:20	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

Next departures from Somerset West to Grahamstown on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	12h 30m	09:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	11h 45m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	09:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	12h 25m	21:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	18:50	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	12h 10m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags
Bus	20:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	12h 15m	08:20	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Somerset West to Grahamstown

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Grahamstown. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

12h 15mAverage duration

442 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £94	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£27 - £75	Average duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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APM WC

2/52,713 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Based on 2713 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at £16

APMWC Somerset West Grahamstown recent customer reviews

The bus seats were broken and the 3 of us sitting in our row on a full bus has to hold on to the seats in front of us to avoid the chair in the row from sliding off. The bus also broke down as the driver didn't fill up fuel halfway through the trip, resulting in us being stuck for 1 & a half ours. In this time, some of the passengers decided hitchhiking would be a more viable solution. All in all I'm very disappointed in the lack of maintenance on these buses and the service received.

Beanie C.

2 October 2025

The bus didn’t show up I stood there for almost 3hours , it was suppose to leave at 21:15 I was there 45 minutes earlier, I gave up at 23h30

Andiswa M.

1 August 2024

Intercape

3.5/543,847 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Intercity Xpress

3/510,947 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

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Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Grahamstown?

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Somerset West to Grahamstown

How far is Grahamstown from Somerset West by coach?
The journey from Somerset West to Grahamstown by coach covers an approximate distance of 445 miles (718 km).
Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from Somerset West without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£17

17/11

£20

Today

£17

19/11

£20

20/11

£17

21/11

No data

22/11

£20

23/11

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The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Grahamstown was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 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 Somerset West to Grahamstown as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £59 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually 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.