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

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth start from $15. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?

The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 71 miles (115 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10m and is operated by MN QWABE TRANSPORT .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Big Sky , MN QWABE TRANSPORT , Hope Diamond Transport , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa , ilulaBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth on February 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	1h 35m	8:15am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	8:15am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	45m	9:00am	Port Elizabeth - Greenacres Mcdonalds	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	1h 30m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	6:10am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	1h 55m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	1h 50m	9:30am	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:10 AM SAST.

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Get from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

1h 35mAverage Duration

71 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth?

Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
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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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

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Intercape

3.5/545,773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service provided by Intercape. They mention that the personnel is awfully rude and lacks customer service training. Additionally, there are complaints about buses not adhering to schedule times. As a result of these negative experiences, some customers state that they will not be using the service again.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

I did not have a trip with interCape as i received an sms in the middle of the night saying my couch is delayed for an hour and a half, waited at the bus stop for more than 2 hours, still no bus!

Yasaar S.

February 5, 2024

The personel of Intercape needs customer service training. They are awfully rude. Not every passanger is a person that has no job or does not have a destination to go to. When I approach a person, I expect them to lesson to my question, answer it and if there is any additional questions, tend to it.

Clayton M.

April 10, 2023

The bus was supposed to arrive at 05:45 and I had to find other means of transportation to PE from Grahamstown because I'd miss my flight. When I called the intercape office I was told he bus would only arrive after 4 hours. I'm highly upset and when I asked to cancel my ticket, I was told I can't which made me even more upset.

Luthando M.

December 10, 2019

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

According to customer reviews, there are several negative experiences with the bus service. Customers complain about buses not arriving on time for pickup and experiencing significant delays during their trips. Additionally, there were instances where customers missed flights due to these delays and had to incur extra expenses for alternative transportation. It is important to note that no messages or notifications were received regarding the delays, causing frustration among passengers.

Intercity Xpress Grahamstown Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

The bus left early. In spite of me being at the pick up 15 minutes early I still missed the bus. I have been phoning numerous numbers that either does not exist or go straight to voicemail. Even my email can't be delivered 😖.

Marlize W.

June 5, 2025

Nothing to enjoy as the bus was more than 2 hours late had to make alternate plans. Very unproffesional would never recomend their services, ever.

Stephan V.

December 5, 2024

bus never arrived,but then they lamed e d ay asnt at the stopwhen i was and i missed interview because of this incompetent bus company

Xavier S.

July 11, 2024

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 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 $26

APMWC Grahamstown Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

Firstly bus was late with 2hrs secondly the bus left me while I went to the toilet. Bad first experience

Lonwabo M.

August 28, 2025

I enjoyed nothing. I had to get alternative transport as the bus was late and I was going to miss my flight had I waited longer

Nthebe M.

February 16, 2025

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

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 Grahamstown Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

it didnt even arrive, waited for hours but it did not arrive. I even arrived an hour early and left 3 hours late from the time it was supposed to arrive. very dissatisfied with the whole experience

Yandi N.

December 12, 2023

Bad bad bad. I missed my bus this morning because I did not get a sms to say that the bus I need to get on is intercity. I then missed my interview as well that I had to go for in PE @1

Kelly J.

August 29, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

MN QWABE TRANSPORT

4/544 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.6

Hope Diamond Transport

3/5226 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.1

Citiliner

3.5/52,119 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9432 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $23

Citiliner Plus Grahamstown Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

The Driver was very friendly. Pleasant trip. The bus was 50 minutes late. It would be nice if passengers could be notified, instead of panicking whether the bus is coming or not. I had an appointment in PE from Grahamstown & made an appropriate time management booking. I had to call customer care.

Clayton M.

October 15, 2024

ilulaBus

2/5825 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi0.3

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth start from $15. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 71 miles (115 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10m and is operated by MN QWABE TRANSPORT.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Hope Diamond Transport, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

02/06

$21

02/07

$20

Today

$19

02/09

$19

02/10

$20

02/11

No data

02/12

$20

02/13

$20

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $91 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-02-09.

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.