How can I travel from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Mount Frere without flying. 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 Mount Frere from Port Elizabeth by bus?

The travel time from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere is about 9h 30m, but you can get there in as little as 8h 15m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 289 miles (465 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?

About 289 miles (465 km) separate Port Elizabeth and Mount Frere.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere start their journey at Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) and wind up at 1 Main Street - Mount Frere. 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 travel from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $21.

How much are the bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere is $34. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $21 and $55, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere Bus Tickets

TodayJun 9

from $28

TomorrowJun 10

from $38

WedJun 11

from $38

ThuJun 12

from $39

FriJun 13

from $47

SatJun 14

from $43

SunJun 15

MonJun 16

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 10 at 5:10am
Departure city: Port Elizabeth
Departure location: Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
Arrival time: June 10 at 3:05pm
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Service Station, 1 Main St
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 10 at 4:15pm
Departure city: Port Elizabeth
Departure location: Port Elizabeth Railway Station
Arrival time: June 11 at 1:25am
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Service Station, 1 Main St
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 10m
Departure time: June 10 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Port Elizabeth
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Arrival time: June 11 at 3:20am
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 50m
Departure time: June 10 at 4:00pm
Departure city: Port Elizabeth
Departure location: Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
Arrival time: June 11 at 1:25am
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Service Station, 1 Main St
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 25m
Departure time: June 10 at 7:25pm
Departure city: Port Elizabeth
Departure location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
Arrival time: June 11 at 5:15am
Destination city: Mount Frere
Destination location: Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 50m

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Bus Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$34

Average bus trip duration9h 30m

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure2:30am

Distance288 miles (464 km)

Latest bus departure7:55pm

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Intercape

3.5/540,148 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have reported that the staff is friendly and helpful, with clean buses and good air-conditioning. Additionally, passengers appreciate the smooth driving and satisfying speed of Intercape buses.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Mount Frere recent customer reviews

The smooth driving&speed was satisfying as it used to be as l usually travel by lntercape buses

Nomawetu Fanny M.

August 29, 2024

Great bus, great stuff but bus waiting areas not sheltered and unsafe. Extremely inconvenient for nursing women ir women with children

Ntombesibini M.

November 15, 2020

Bus was 2 hours late

Andisiwe M.

May 5, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/59,239 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 Port Elizabeth Mount Frere recent customer reviews

Time management was poor

Lusakanya M.

June 22, 2024

APM WC

2/51,915 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi0.4

Big Sky

3.5/52,237 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2237 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $32.00

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Mount Frere recent customer reviews

The bus was late and I was in the bus for more than 9hrs. In that 9hrs not even once the bus stoped for us to go to the toilet. Unfortunately, there's nothing positive to write about my journey.

Khanya M.

April 13, 2024

Poor service 0%rate

Andisiwe M.

September 9, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,958 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

Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Mount Frere?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A - Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)

B - Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd

C - CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.

D - Railway Station

E - Greenacres - Intercape Depot

F - Port Elizabeth

Stops in Mount Frere

A - 1 Main Street - Mount Frere

Frequently asked questions for your trip Port Elizabeth - Mount Frere

How can I travel from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere without flying?
How long does it take to get to Mount Frere from Port Elizabeth by bus?
What is the travel distance from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?
What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?
How much are the bus tickets from Port Elizabeth 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

06/07

$36

06/08

$43

Today

$26

06/10

$35

06/11

$35

06/12

$37

06/13

$45

06/14

$40

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere was searched and found on Jun 9, 2025 with a price of $26

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 Mount Frere, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $77 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-06-10.

Usually MAINLINER, BIG SKY 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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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 Port Elizabeth and Mount Frere!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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 Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Mount Frere?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Port Elizabeth - Mount Frere

How can I travel from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere without flying?

How long does it take to get to Mount Frere from Port Elizabeth by bus?

What is the travel distance from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?

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

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?

How much are the bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Mount Frere?

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