Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | SWELLENDAM | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags |
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Get from Swellendam to Grahamstown
The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Grahamstown?
Stops in Swellendam
- A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, 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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Grahamstown start from $35. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 Swellendam to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Swellendam to Grahamstown is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 570 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by Delta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swellendam to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Grahamstown at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Swellendam to Grahamstown generates an estimated 14 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 Swellendam to Grahamstown?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam 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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Swellendam to Grahamstown was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swellendam to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
