Bus from East London to Orkney: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Orkney on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle AveCheapest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle AveFastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle AveNo tags
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle AveNo tags
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle AveNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Orkney

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Orkney. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 594, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
14h 35mAverage duration
680 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 594 - R 1 176Average duration14h 35m
17kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average priceR 826 - R 1 444Average duration11h 55m
21kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Orkney start at R 594. The average price for this route is around R 733. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from East London to Orkney?

    The average bus journey time from East London to Orkney is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 680 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Intercape.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from East London to Orkney at 14:30. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.

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

    A bus trip from East London to Orkney produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Orkney was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 524

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 Orkney as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 524 to R 754 for a bus ticket from East London to Orkney based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 524, which is on 2025-12-16.

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