Is there a way to reach Mossel Bay from East London without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Mossel Bay without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Mossel Bay from East London by bus?

On average, the trip from East London to Mossel Bay takes around 10h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 7h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 342 miles (551 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between East London and Mossel Bay?

The distance separating East London and Mossel Bay is 342 miles (551 km).

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

If you're headed to Mossel Bay from East London, chances are that your bus will leave from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) and arrive at Mossel Bay. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from East London to Mossel Bay?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from East London to Mossel Bay by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $22.

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

You can expect to pay around $27 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $22 and $72, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 17 at 3:50pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
Arrival time: June 18 at 1:30am
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: MOSSEL BAY
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 17 at 2:20pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: 90 Moore Street
Arrival time: June 17 at 10:30pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: MOSSEL BAY
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: June 17 at 2:35am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: June 17 at 2:15pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 40m
Departure time: June 17 at 3:40am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: June 17 at 2:35pm
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 55m
Departure time: June 17 at 2:00pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: June 18 at 2:25am
Destination city: Mossel Bay
Destination location: Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Mossel Bay.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $72	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$36 - $47	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Mossel Bay

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Mossel Bay. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19.983870967741943bus per day

10hAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Mossel Bay: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$27

Average bus trip duration10h

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure2:35am

Distance343 miles (553 km)

Latest bus departure7:40pm

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/540,294 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.

Intercape Mainliner East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Great, driving was excellent.

Mayixole S.

May 30, 2024

The bus arrives on time but delays on the trip

Le Le M.

December 6, 2021

APM WC

2/51,954 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi0.4

Based on 1954 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 $22.00

APMWC East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

The bus was fine although it was late, it's only the rude drivers that made me naar, shouting at us not even apologising

Linda D.

March 4, 2025

They were late. They are always late.

Juané N.

November 12, 2024

The bus was late with more than 3 hours

Sandile V.

August 28, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/59,314 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

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 Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

It was very late

Lutho K.

April 11, 2023

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,993 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.8

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service provided by Eagle Liner. They mention that the driver from Mthatha to Mossel Bay on 30/09 at 16:30 pm was very rude and drove recklessly, causing fear among passengers. Additionally, there are complaints about poor communication regarding bus delays. These negative experiences have led customers to decide not to use Eagle Liner again in the future.

Eagle Liner East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

I enjoyed nothing , it came 4 hours late and it stucked on the way for more than hour. We only arrived now in Mosselbay from East London

Musawenkosi Z.

January 16, 2024

The was nothing to enjoy bus was 5 hours late widows were not working, the cocroches yooh worst experience

Aviwe B.

December 2, 2023

To make things safer these busses should be allowed to travel at 110kms per hour, stop in less locations, that way they will always be on time

Louis D.

June 16, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,022 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/52,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $20.00

ilulaBus East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Very poor service their crew didn't even introduce them to us let alone of being late over an hour and no communication from the management

Phikolomzi M.

August 19, 2021

Jacobs Coaches

2/574 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi0.8

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

East London to Mossel Bay Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from East London to Mossel Bay. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from East London to Mossel Bay.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from East London to Mossel Bay, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in East London and Mossel Bay?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - Windmill Mall

D - East London

Stops in Mossel Bay

A - Mossel Bay

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Mossel Bay

Is there a way to reach Mossel Bay from East London without flying?
How long does it take to get to Mossel Bay from East London by bus?
What is the distance between East London and Mossel Bay?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Mossel Bay?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from East London to Mossel Bay?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Mossel Bay?

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

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06/14

$21

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$21

Today

$20

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$20

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$21

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$21

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06/21

$21

The cheapest trip from East London to Mossel Bay was searched and found on Jun 16, 2025 with a price of $20

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 Mossel Bay, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $47 for a bus ticket from East London to Mossel Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-06-17.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between East London and Mossel Bay!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from East London to Mossel Bay.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from East London to Mossel Bay that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from East London to Mossel Bay while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Intercape Mainliner East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

APMWC East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Intercity Xpress East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Eagle Liner East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

Greyhound East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

ilulaBus East London Mossel Bay recent customer reviews

East London to Mossel Bay Bus

Where are the popular stops in East London and Mossel Bay?

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Mossel Bay

Is there a way to reach Mossel Bay from East London without flying?

How long does it take to get to Mossel Bay from East London by bus?

What is the distance between East London and Mossel Bay?

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

What is the most cost-effective way to go from East London to Mossel Bay?

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

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