How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness start at R 339. The average price for this route is around R 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 276 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Milta Coaches .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Wilderness route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , Intercape , Eagle Liner , Williams Coaches , Milta Coaches , Greyhound South Africa , Webber Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness produces an estimated 7 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 Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 565 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Wilderness from R 318 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 21m	00:46	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	4h	23:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Fastest
Bus	19:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 20m	23:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 21m	00:46	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd	4h 5m	23:20	WILDERNESS	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd	4h 5m	23:20	WILDERNESS	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	4h	23:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Fastest
Bus	07:25	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 30m	12:55	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 21m	00:46	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	18:30	Rail Station, Port Elizabeth Central	4h 50m	23:20	WILDERNESS	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 20m	00:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	4h	23:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	11:45	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 21m	00:46	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd	4h 5m	23:20	WILDERNESS	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd	4h 5m	23:20	WILDERNESS	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	4h	23:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	11:45	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 21m	00:46	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	18:30	Rail Station, Port Elizabeth Central	4h 50m	23:20	WILDERNESS	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:10	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 20m	00:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	4h	23:30	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	11:45	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 21m	00:46	Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street	No tags
Bus	19:15	Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd	4h 5m	23:20	WILDERNESS	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:58 AM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 339, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

4h 40mAverage duration

276 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Wilderness?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa

Stops in Wilderness

A
Caltex Garage
George Rd, Wilderness, 6560, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 126 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3126 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 408

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Wilderness recent customer reviews

Bus was later with an hour for pickup wi-fi was not working at all also driver stop at BP where there’s no food

Zandile M.

9 April 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511 172 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Intercape

3.5/544 359 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44359 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 390

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Wilderness recent customer reviews

Bus was delayed but staff helped me book the next bus for free. Was able to get to my destination close to planned time

Kanzo N.

17 May 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510 451 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Williams Coaches

4.5/5567 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.2

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 205 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Webber Coaches

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness 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 Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness start at R 339. The average price for this route is around R 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 276 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Milta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Wilderness route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches, Milta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Webber Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness produces an estimated 7 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 Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 565 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

06/12

R 389

07/12

R 353

Today

R 390

09/12

R 318

10/12

R 369

11/12

R 358

12/12

R 353

13/12

R 358

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 318

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

You can expect to pay from R 318 to R 1 188 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Wilderness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 318, which is on 2025-12-09.

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.