Bus from Port Elizabeth to East London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to East London on April 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyCheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)Fastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
East London (Windmill Mall) No tags
GreyhoundBus
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
East London Windmill ParkNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
Port Elizabeth Railway Station
Railway StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:41 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Port Elizabeth to East London

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day
4h 30mAverage Duration
149 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$21 - $91Average Duration4h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$25 - $64Average Duration4h 30m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth to East London by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to East London start from $21. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to East London is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 149 miles (240 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Delta Coaches.

  3. Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to East London route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Jacobs Coaches, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to East London at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London generates an estimated 5.98475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45780 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
04/19
$23
04/20
$25
Today
$32
04/22
$29
04/23
$29
04/24
$29
04/25
$29
04/26
$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to East London was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $89 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-04-26.

Usually Big Sky, Intercape 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.

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