What's the distance between Paarl and Grahamstown by coach?

The journey from Paarl to Grahamstown by coach covers an approximate distance of 436 miles (703 km).

What is the best way to go from Paarl to Grahamstown without flying?

To travel from Paarl to Grahamstown without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Paarl to Grahamstown from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paarl to Grahamstown on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 50m	07:40	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 40m	06:55	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 25m	21:35	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 45m	07:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 25m	21:35	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Grahamstown on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 50m	07:40	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	11h 40m	06:55	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 25m	21:35	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 45m	07:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 25m	21:35	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Paarl to Grahamstown

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Grahamstown. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

12h 50mAverage duration

436 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£18 - £70	Average duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£27 - £57	Average duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/52,987 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Intercape

3.5/543,810 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared mixed experiences with the service. Many appreciated that the company maintained punctuality, ensuring timely travel. However, there were concerns about unpleasant odors on the bus and an unfortunate incident involving a passenger being disrespectful to another traveler’s daughter.

Intercape Mainliner Paarl Grahamstown recent customer reviews

It is the first time I didn't enjoy Because my daughter was insulted by one of the passengers My told me that the was a bad smell on the bus

Noluthando M.

5 October 2025

Their Service was good also they keep time up to date

Sithule W.

27 January 2025

Good service

Njongo M.

27 August 2022

Eagle Liner

3/510,237 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/510,930 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52,708 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

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Where are the popular stops in Paarl and Grahamstown?

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paarl to Grahamstown

What's the distance between Paarl and Grahamstown by coach?
The journey from Paarl to Grahamstown by coach covers an approximate distance of 436 miles (703 km).
What is the best way to go from Paarl to Grahamstown without flying?
To travel from Paarl to Grahamstown without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/11

£21

16/11

£21

Today

£21

18/11

£22

19/11

No data

20/11

£24

21/11

£24

22/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Paarl to Grahamstown was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £50 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Big Sky 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.