Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags |
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Get from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay
The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Plettenberg Bay?
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
Stops in Plettenberg Bay
- A
Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay start from $29. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Plettenberg Bay?
The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 305 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by ilulaBus.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $93 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Intercity Xpress, APM WC 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.
