How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Mount Frere start at R 411. The average price for this route is around R 931. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Mount Frere is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 354 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 50m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Mount Frere route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Mount Frere at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

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.

Bus Grahamstown to Mount Frere from R 536 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Grahamstown to Mount Frere on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Fastest
Bus	07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	16:25	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 35m	05:15	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	7h 50m	14:50	Total Service Station, 1 Main St	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to Mount Frere on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Fastest
Bus	07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	16:25	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 35m	05:15	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	7h 50m	14:50	Total Service Station, 1 Main St	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to Mount Frere on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Fastest
Bus	07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	16:25	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 35m	05:15	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	7h 50m	14:50	Total Service Station, 1 Main St	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to Mount Frere on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	7h 50m	14:50	Total Service Station, 1 Main St	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 30m	03:20	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	Fastest
Bus	07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	8h 40m	16:25	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	7h 35m	05:15	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	No tags
Bus	18:20	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	8h 10m	02:30	Total Service Station, 1 Main St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:06 AM SAST.

Get from Grahamstown to Mount Frere

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 411, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

7h 45mAverage duration

354 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Mount Frere?

Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Stops in Mount Frere

A
1 Main Street - Mount Frere
1 Main St, Mount Frere, 5090, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 509 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44509 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 483

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Mount Frere recent customer reviews

It was comfortable but what I didn’t like is where the driver arrived at 11am where he was supposed to arrive at7:45 am. I was not happy about that at all because I arrived at home late and I was struggling to get transport

Phendulwa M.

12 November 2025

The bus was 2 hours late, waited from 8 untill almost eleven midnight. During our travel it gave us the fright of our lives as it seems to be not having good brakes and in short we had a breakdown, even though it was fixed few minutes after mechanic arrived

Sizwe Khulani Sphelele N.

10 October 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/511 287 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52 829 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53 171 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Mount Frere by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Mount Frere start at R 411. The average price for this route is around R 931. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Mount Frere is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 354 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 50m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Mount Frere route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Mount Frere at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
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

13/12

R 1 014

14/12

R 1 048

Today

R 843

16/12

R 780

17/12

R 930

18/12

R 893

19/12

R 1 041

20/12

R 1 050

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 780

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

You can expect to pay from R 780 to R 2 082 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Mount Frere based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 780, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.