Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Qumbu (Shell Garage) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:27 PM SAST.
Get from Qumbu to Grahamstown
The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Qumbu and Grahamstown?
Stops in Qumbu
- A
Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)
Total Garage,, Aubert Street, N2, Qumbu, 5180, South Africa
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Qumbu to Grahamstown 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 Qumbu to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Qumbu to Grahamstown start from $41. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Qumbu to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Qumbu to Grahamstown is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 325 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Qumbu to Grahamstown route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Qumbu to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Qumbu to Grahamstown at 1:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Qumbu to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Qumbu to Grahamstown 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 Qumbu to Grahamstown?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Qumbu to Grahamstown?
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 Qumbu to Grahamstown?
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 Qumbu to Grahamstown?
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.
The cheapest trip from Qumbu to Grahamstown was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Qumbu to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $122 for a bus ticket from Qumbu to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2026-02-04.
