Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting friendly and professional staff who ensured a comfortable journey. The buses were generally on time, with some even arriving earlier than expected. However, there were occasional concerns about the air conditioning being too hot and issues with smelly toilets or non-functional charging ports. Overall satisfaction remains high among travelers due to excellent service quality.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
Good trip friendly drivers , comfortable and safe . The only thing I wish for is that seat numbers are given on tickets so people can sit with they respective partners I was lucky that a friendly rider gave up his seat for me to sit next to my wife there are alot of people who are scared to travel alone or even sit alone anxiety is a real illness.. please I ask to assign seat numbers for passenger it will improve your service 10 fold
4 out of 5 stars
Sergio W.
It was very horrible , the bus was too hot , the seats are too small and it's very uncomfortable to sleep
1 out of 5 stars
Liyabona H.
The service was terrible , considering Intercape’s reputation. Boarding in bus took an hour. a further delay occurred because a lady did not pay for her child’s ticket. The bus was deemed unfit to drive before we got to Worcester. We needed to change buses while it was storming outside. I’ve never experienced a bus delay from Cape Town cbd, and I don’t see why more bus chaperons are employed to sort out these issues and most importantly WHY ARE BUSES NOT INSPECTED BEFORE DEPARTURE ?!
Users have reported a positive experience with Intercity Express, highlighting the comfort of the seats and punctuality. Additionally, they appreciated the friendly demeanor of the drivers during their journey.
Intercity Xpress Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
Trip was overall good, drivers drive well, was close to an hour late but understandable, only negative, sat close to toilet and had strong urine smell
4 out of 5 stars
Mark P.
I enjoyed my trip with intercity express, the bus was on time and the drivers were very friendly
5 out of 5 stars
Bybit K.
The worst bus experience ever. The bus was smelling through out, as we were approaching Caledon the bus started beeping and making sounds. We stopped at Caledon bus driver attended to the issue but bus was shaking all the way. 11km to Grahamstown bus stopped and driver had to fix something again and was asking for plastics, imagine! Temporal solutions and putting peoples lives at risk. Soze ndiphinde!
Based on 2886 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$29
Big Sky Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the fact that there was a toilet (even though I didn’t use it) charging ports, air conditioning and the bus was clean. Seats were adjustable as well.
Based on 2625 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at US$20
APMWC Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
It was horrible. First of all I paid for my one old son a full amount of R700. Bus delayed for 10 hours we slept at The bus station. We were changed from one bus to another with our laugages and we arrived midnight the following day
1 out of 5 stars
Sinovuyo Shirley M.
Very bad service the bus was supposed to arrive at 7pm got in Cape Town at around 8:30 pm. It does not end the the bus got stuck in Riverdale. Book this bus at your own risk
1 out of 5 stars
Anathi S.
It was a quick ride except for the stoppage to refuel. it was unnecessary and should have been calculated and done beforehand and we arrives extremely late at our destination. we were scheduled for 6:20 but arrived at twelve in the afternoon
Users have shared that the bus experience was generally comfortable, with kind and helpful drivers. However, some noted a less enjoyable aspect involving multiple bus changes during their journey, which they found tedious. Despite this inconvenience, the overall comfort of the seats received positive feedback from passengers.
Eagle Liner Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
The bus was comfortable enough.
It was also warm because of the AC, the drivers were kind and helpful. I can recommend to my family and friends.
5 out of 5 stars
Avu B.
The bus was very full then we had to change buses when we got to mosselbay, the second bus was not too full and the seats were comfortable then again in the morning when we got to Port elizabeth we were ordered to go back to the first bus. That was too boring.
3 out of 5 stars
Khanyisile M.
The bus was two hours late. I missed a meeting. However, the drivers were very apologetic.
Based on 9047 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 US$26
Citiliner Plus Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
The bus was very late, and the seats on the bus were falling off
Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$20
ilulaBus Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
Incompetent staff did not check and put me on a wrong bus which was going on a different route
1 out of 5 stars
Pumeza M.
Office agents are not helpful, I had to look for a bus until someone called
3 out of 5 stars
Zamuxolo N.
there was a lack of covid precautions in place. it is terrifying
Based on 3811 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at US$21
Delta Coaches Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
The trip was supposed to departure at 18h00 on a Delta Couch, but instead we were sent to APMWC and departed hour 15 minutes later and those guys were disorganized. I don't see myself booking their bus again
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How much does a bus ticket from Cape Town to Grahamstown cost?
The bus ticket price from Cape Town to Grahamstown starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cape Town to Grahamstown is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
The average travel time between Cape Town and Grahamstown is around 13h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 755 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cape Town and Grahamstown?
The number of buses from Cape Town to Grahamstown can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cape Town to Grahamstown by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
When taking the bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
Buses travelling between Cape Town and Grahamstown leave from Bellville - 8 Mabel St. or Bus Station - Civic Centre and arrive at The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street.
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You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-10-31.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cape Town and Grahamstown!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cape Town to Grahamstown.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cape Town to Grahamstown, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Grahamstown was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$21
