Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from East London without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Grahamstown without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus trip from East London to Grahamstown?

Traveling from East London to Grahamstown takes around 2h 35m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 83 miles (133 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between East London and Grahamstown?

About 83 miles (133 km) separate East London and Grahamstown.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Grahamstown?

If you're headed to Grahamstown from East London, chances are that your bus will leave from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) and arrive at The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Grahamstown?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. $18 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Grahamstown from East London.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Grahamstown?

The average price of a one-way ticket from East London to Grahamstown is $24. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $18 to $62, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can you do a day trip from East London to Grahamstown?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from East London to Grahamstown! The total travel time for the round-trip is about 4h 20m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Grahamstown before making your way back to East London.

East London to Grahamstown Bus Tickets

TodayMay 5

from $20

TomorrowMay 6

from $19

WedMay 7

ThuMay 8

FriMay 9

SatMay 10

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MonMay 12

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 6 at 5:10pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 6 at 7:45pm
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 6 at 5:45pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
Arrival time: May 6 at 8:00pm
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m
Departure time: May 6 at 2:35am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 6 at 5:30am
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 55m
Departure time: May 6 at 3:40am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 6 at 6:05am
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 25m
Departure time: May 6 at 4:00pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: East London Windmill Park
Arrival time: May 6 at 6:55pm
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 55m

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Grahamstown.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $62	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$24 - $39	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Grahamstown

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Grahamstown. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Grahamstown: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$24

Average bus trip duration2h 35m

Number of daily buses20

Earliest bus departure1:45am

Distance84 miles (134 km)

Latest bus departure8:45pm

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APM WC

2/51,767 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Based on 1767 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $21.00

APMWC East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

The bus was late by more then an hour, it was stuffing and had dust around the air vents the seats looked like they had never been cleaned. Just happy I got to my destination

Live N.

April 8, 2024

Intercape

3.5/539,561 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users report that the bus service was punctual, providing a pleasant and safe drive. Despite bad weather conditions, drivers maintained careful driving practices to ensure passenger safety.

Intercape Mainliner East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

The bus broke down at the station they told us to get out and wait in the rain for another bus I was very dissatisfied it was the worse experience ever the drivers didn’t accommodate us well at all such a bad experience do better.

Mihlali M.

November 5, 2024

The bus was delayed by 1 hour 30 minutes I got late to work and it kept stopping on the way for quite some time I was not happy with the service and it was very cold

Philisiwe N.

November 6, 2023

The bus was on time. The weather was bad and the driver drove slowly and carefully

Pamela E.

October 7, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/58,892 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

Very good

Lindokuhle Asanda M.

April 7, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,691 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

Worse bus ever. This bus should be stopped.

Fuzail S.

March 8, 2022

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,686 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/52,129 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

ilulaBus

2/5816 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,246 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

East London to Grahamstown Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Grahamstown from East London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in East London and Grahamstown?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - Windmill Mall

D - East London Station

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Grahamstown

Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from East London without a car?
How long is the bus trip from East London to Grahamstown?
What is the distance between East London and Grahamstown?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Grahamstown?
What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Grahamstown?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Grahamstown?
Can you do a day trip from East London to Grahamstown?

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

Best price found

05/03

$23

05/04

$20

Today

$20

05/06

$19

05/07

No data

05/08

$18

05/09

$18

05/10

$18

The cheapest trip from East London to Grahamstown was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $18

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 Grahamstown, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $48 for a bus ticket from East London to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-05-08.

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Bus Tickets from East London to Grahamstown

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APMWC East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

Intercape Mainliner East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

Intercity Xpress East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

Eagle Liner East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

Big Sky East London Grahamstown recent customer reviews

East London to Grahamstown Bus

Where are the popular stops in East London and Grahamstown?

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Grahamstown

Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from East London without a car?

How long is the bus trip from East London to Grahamstown?

What is the distance between East London and Grahamstown?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Grahamstown?

What is the cheapest way to go from East London to Grahamstown?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Grahamstown?

Can you do a day trip from East London to Grahamstown?

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