Bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Cape Town on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.Cheapest
    Intercity XpressBus
    Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Bellville - 8 Mabel St.Fastest
    Big SkyBus
      The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
      GreyhoundBus
      Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
      Bellville - 8 Mabel St.No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:22 PM SAST.

      Get from Grahamstown to Cape Town

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 13 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      23bus per day
      13h 40mAverage Duration
      735 kmDistance
      18kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Cape Town 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 Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Cape Town start from $32. The average price for this route is around $59. 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 Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Cape Town is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 735 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

      3. Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Cape Town route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, ilulaBus, Delta Coaches.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Cape Town at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        A bus trip from Grahamstown to Cape Town generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Cape Town?

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

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Grahamstown to Cape Town?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
      12-01
      $63
      12-02
      $30
      Today
      $30
      12-04
      $30
      12-05
      $31
      12-06
      $30
      12-07
      $31
      12-08
      $31
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Cape Town was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $30

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

      You can expect to pay from $30 to $89 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-04.

      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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