How can I travel from East London to Queenstown without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Queenstown without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

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

The travel time from East London to Queenstown is about 3h 20m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 2h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 98 miles (158 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from East London to Queenstown?

About 98 miles (158 km) separate East London and Queenstown.

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

The majority of buses traveling from East London to Queenstown start their journey at Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) and wind up at Queenstown Station. 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 most cost-effective way to travel from East London to Queenstown?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $18.

How much are the bus tickets from East London to Queenstown?

The average price of a one-way ticket from East London to Queenstown is $23. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $18 and $48, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Is it possible to take a day trip from East London to Queenstown?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from East London to Queenstown! The round-trip travel time is around 5h. So you'll have enough time to visit Queenstown before returning to East London in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Queenstown?

Once in Queenstown, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Canyon Swing, Bungee Jumping, Queenstown Ice Arena, White Water Rafting and Queenstown Mini Golf.

East London to Queenstown, ZA Bus Tickets

TodayMay 4

from $17

TomorrowMay 5

from $17

TueMay 6

from $17

WedMay 7

ThuMay 8

FriMay 9

SatMay 10

SunMay 11

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 5 at 5:00pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Railway Station
Arrival time: May 5 at 8:20pm
Destination city: Queenstown
Destination location: Queenstown Station
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 5 at 4:15pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: East London (Windmill)
Arrival time: May 5 at 7:00pm
Destination city: Queenstown
Destination location: Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.
Operated by: Delta Coaches
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: May 5 at 2:15pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 5 at 5:20pm
Destination city: Queenstown
Destination location: Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 5m
Departure time: May 5 at 4:30pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: May 5 at 7:40pm
Destination city: Queenstown
Destination location: Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 10m
Departure time: May 5 at 5:00pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: East London Windmill Park
Arrival time: May 5 at 8:00pm
Destination city: Queenstown
Destination location: Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Queenstown.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $48	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$24 - $47	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Queenstown

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Queenstown. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Queenstown: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration3h 20m

Number of daily buses29

Earliest bus departure2:00pm

Distance98 miles (158 km)

Latest bus departure8:45pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,544 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

The shuttle to Kingwilliams town in East London was on time and the drivers were accommodating, providing a smooth ride. Passengers also behaved well during the journey.

Intercape Budgetliner East London Queenstown recent customer reviews

The drivers were very accommodating and drove well. Passengers were also well behaved. Smooth ride.

Mavis M.

March 5, 2024

The shuttle to Kingwilliams town in East London was on time and we travelled very well

Sonwabile B.

December 9, 2023

The timing was perfect

Phineas M.

August 3, 2023

APM WC

2/51,765 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,683 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.

Intercity Xpress

3/58,878 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.

Big Sky

3.5/52,124 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

ilulaBus

2/5816 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,245 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,681 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Makalala Transport

3/5181 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

FFGERTSE

1.5/5373 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness2.1

Wifi0.1

Chilwans Express

VILAMORA

2/5776 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0.4

Based on 776 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. VILAMORA ticket prices on this trip start at $35.00

VILAMORA East London Queenstown recent customer reviews

My son is still stuck some where in between Carthcat & Queenstown. The bus broke down 3 times, the destination is not reached yet.

Phopho D.

July 18, 2023

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

East London to Queenstown Bus

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

We make sure you can find a bus service from East London to Queenstown from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Queenstown 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 Queenstown?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - East London Station

D - Windmill Mall

Stops in Queenstown

A - Queenstown Station

B - Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)

C - Railway Station

D - Greyhound Office

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Queenstown

How can I travel from East London to Queenstown without a car?
How long does it take to get to Queenstown from East London by bus?
What is the travel distance from East London to Queenstown?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Queenstown?
What is the most cost-effective way to travel from East London to Queenstown?
How much are the bus tickets from East London to Queenstown?
Is it possible to take a day trip from East London to Queenstown?
What are the best sights and things to do in Queenstown?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/02

$17

05/03

$17

Today

$17

05/05

$17

05/06

$17

05/07

$17

05/08

$17

05/09

$17

The cheapest trip from East London to Queenstown was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of $17

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 Queenstown, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $53 for a bus ticket from East London to Queenstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-05-07.

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.

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 Queenstown!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from East London to Queenstown, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from East London to Queenstown.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from East London to Queenstown, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Tickets from East London to Queenstown

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Bus East London to Queenstown: Trip Overview

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Intercape Budgetliner East London Queenstown recent customer reviews

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East London to Queenstown Bus

Where are the popular stops in East London and Queenstown?

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Queenstown

How can I travel from East London to Queenstown without a car?

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

What is the travel distance from East London to Queenstown?

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

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from East London to Queenstown?

How much are the bus tickets from East London to Queenstown?

Is it possible to take a day trip from East London to Queenstown?

What are the best sights and things to do in Queenstown?

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