Bus from East London to Harrismith: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Harrismith on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Quest GarageCheapest
Big SkyBus
    		Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)
    		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Fastest
    Big SkyBus
      		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
      		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
      		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
      Big SkyBus
        		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
        		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:41 PM SAST.

        Get from East London to Harrismith

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 500, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        4bus per day
        12h 55mAverage duration
        540 kmDistance
        13kgCO₂ emissions

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Harrismith by bus

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Harrismith?

          The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Harrismith start at R 500. The average price for this route is around R 825. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from East London to Harrismith?

          The average bus journey time from East London to Harrismith is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 540 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Big Sky.

        3. Which bus companies service the East London to Harrismith route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Harrismith?

          The earliest bus departs from East London to Harrismith at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:45.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Harrismith?

          A bus trip from East London to Harrismith produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        6. What is the best bus company from East London to Harrismith?

          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.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Harrismith?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Harrismith?

          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.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Harrismith?

          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.

        Best price found
        01/12
        R 685
        02/12
        R 687
        Today
        R 663
        04/12
        R 577
        05/12
        R 587
        06/12
        R 556
        07/12
        R 546
        08/12
        R 546
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Harrismith was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 546

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

        You can expect to pay from R 546 to R 985 for a bus ticket from East London to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 546, which is on 2025-12-07.

        Usually Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa 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.

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