Is there a way to reach Mount Frere from Grahamstown without a car?

The best way to travel from Grahamstown to Mount Frere is by bus. 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 ride from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

The average travel time from Grahamstown to Mount Frere is about 7h 45m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 7h 5m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 220 miles (354 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Grahamstown and Mount Frere?

The distance between the two cities is 220 miles (354 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

Buses traveling from Grahamstown to Mount Frere leave from The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street and arrive at 1 Main Street - Mount Frere.

What is the cheapest way to get from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $23, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

The average bus ticket price from Grahamstown to Mount Frere is $32. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $23 to $132, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Grahamstown to Mount Frere Bus Tickets

TodayMay 6

TomorrowMay 7

from $22

ThuMay 8

from $22

FriMay 9

SatMay 10

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MonMay 12

TueMay 13

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 6:20pm
Departure city: Grahamstown
Departure location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Arrival time: May 8 at 1:25am
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Service Station, 1 Main St
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 5m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:45am
Departure city: Grahamstown
Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:25pm
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 40m
Departure time: May 7 at 9:40pm
Departure city: Grahamstown
Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Arrival time: May 8 at 5:15am
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 35m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:00am
Departure city: Grahamstown
Departure location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Arrival time: May 7 at 3:05pm
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Service Station, 1 Main St
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 5m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:45am
Departure city: Grahamstown
Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:25pm
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 40m

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Bus Grahamstown to Mount Frere: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$32

Average bus trip duration7h 45m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure7:00am

Distance220 miles (354 km)

Latest bus departure9:40pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,603 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 Grahamstown Mount Frere recent customer reviews

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.

October 10, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/58,913 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

3.5/52,138 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

APM WC

2/51,779 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,704 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

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

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Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Mount Frere?

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Stops in Mount Frere

A - 1 Main Street - Mount Frere

Frequently asked questions for your trip Grahamstown - Mount Frere

Is there a way to reach Mount Frere from Grahamstown without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
What is the distance between Grahamstown and Mount Frere?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
What is the cheapest way to get from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

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

Best price found

05/04

$25

05/05

$25

Today

$25

05/07

$22

05/08

$21

05/09

$21

05/10

$21

05/11

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The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of $21

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 $21 to $109 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 $21 which is on 2025-05-09.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Grahamstown to Mount Frere.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Grahamstown to Mount Frere.

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 Grahamstown to Mount Frere.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus Tickets from Grahamstown to Mount Frere

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Bus Grahamstown to Mount Frere: Trip Overview

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Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Mount Frere recent customer reviews

Grahamstown to Mount Frere Bus

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Mount Frere?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Grahamstown - Mount Frere

Is there a way to reach Mount Frere from Grahamstown without a car?

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

What is the distance between Grahamstown and Mount Frere?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

What is the cheapest way to get from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Frere?

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