Bus from Grahamstown to Kokstad: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Kokstad on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadCheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadNo tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Engen (Mount Currie Inn), KokstadNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:33 PM SAST.

Get from Grahamstown to Kokstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
8h 45mAverage Duration
411 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Kokstad 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 Kokstad?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Kokstad start from $34. The average price for this route is around $78. 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 Kokstad?

    The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Kokstad is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 411 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Intercape.

  3. Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Kokstad route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Big Sky.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Kokstad at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad generates an estimated 10 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 Kokstad?

    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 Kokstad?

    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 Kokstad?

    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 Kokstad?

    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
$50
12-02
$95
Today
$84
12-04
$38
12-05
$76
12-06
$71
12-07
$76
12-08
$88
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Kokstad was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $175 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually 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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