How much is the bus ticket from Caledon to Grahamstown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Caledon to Grahamstown start at R 419. The average price for this route is around R 1 005. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Caledon to Grahamstown?

The average bus journey time from Caledon to Grahamstown is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 664 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 40m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Caledon to Grahamstown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Caledon to Grahamstown?

The earliest bus departs from Caledon to Grahamstown at 10:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Caledon to Grahamstown?

A bus trip from Caledon to Grahamstown produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Caledon 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 44695 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Caledon to Grahamstown?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Caledon to Grahamstown?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Caledon to Grahamstown?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Caledon to Grahamstown from R 387 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Caledon to Grahamstown on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	11h 35m	08:20	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	17:20	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	10h 40m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	20:35	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 50m	08:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	21:05	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 5m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags
Bus	19:55	CALEDON - PRINCE ALBERT ROAD, BETWEEN DE PASSEL AND JOUBERT STREET, CALEDON	11h 5m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures from Caledon to Grahamstown on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	11h 35m	08:20	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	17:20	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	10h 40m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 10m	21:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	21:05	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 5m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags
Bus	19:55	CALEDON - PRINCE ALBERT ROAD, BETWEEN DE PASSEL AND JOUBERT STREET, CALEDON	11h 5m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures from Caledon to Grahamstown on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	11h 35m	08:20	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	17:20	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	10h 40m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 10m	21:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	21:05	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 5m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags
Bus	19:55	CALEDON - PRINCE ALBERT ROAD, BETWEEN DE PASSEL AND JOUBERT STREET, CALEDON	11h 5m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures from Caledon to Grahamstown on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:45	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	11h 35m	08:20	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	17:20	Caledon - LG Travel, C/O De Possel and Joubert Street	10h 40m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	10:20	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 10m	21:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	21:05	Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage	11h 5m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags
Bus	19:55	CALEDON - PRINCE ALBERT ROAD, BETWEEN DE PASSEL AND JOUBERT STREET, CALEDON	11h 5m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:14 PM SAST.

Get from Caledon to Grahamstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 419, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

11h 30mAverage duration

664 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Caledon and Grahamstown?

Stops in Caledon

A
Freshstop, Astron Energy Garage
Nerina Street , Caledon, Western Cape, South Africa
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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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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/52 945 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Intercape

3.5/545 075 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Intercity Xpress

3/511 632 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 301 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 9301 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at R 586

Greyhound Caledon Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I enjoyed my trip with Greyhound. They were time efficient and it was safe driving.

Siyabonga M.

13 October 2025

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Caledon, ZA to Grahamstown by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Caledon to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Caledon to Grahamstown start at R 419. The average price for this route is around R 1 005. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Caledon to Grahamstown?
The average bus journey time from Caledon to Grahamstown is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 664 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 40m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Caledon to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Caledon to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Caledon to Grahamstown at 10:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Caledon to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Caledon to Grahamstown produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Caledon 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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Caledon to Grahamstown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Caledon to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Caledon to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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.

Best price found

28/12

R 605

29/12

R 830

Today

R 387

31/12

R 608

The cheapest trip from Caledon, ZA to Grahamstown was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 387

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

You can expect to pay from R 387 to R 1 237 for a bus ticket from Caledon, ZA to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 608, which is on 2025-12-31.

Usually Intercape 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.