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) | Smithfield | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:12 SAST.
Get from Grahamstown to Smithfield
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Smithfield?
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
Stops in Smithfield
- A
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein), Smithfield, 9966, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Grahamstown to Smithfield, ZA
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Grahamstown to Smithfield start from £18. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Smithfield is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 214 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Smithfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Smithfield at 09:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
A bus journey from Grahamstown to Smithfield produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Grahamstown to Smithfield?
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 Smithfield?
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 Grahamstown to Smithfield, ZA was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grahamstown to Smithfield, ZA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £42 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Smithfield, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-05.
