How much is the bus ticket from East London to Stellenbosch?

The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Stellenbosch start at R 396. The average price for this route is around R 713. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from East London to Stellenbosch?

The average bus journey time from East London to Stellenbosch is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 845 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 5m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the East London to Stellenbosch route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Stellenbosch?

The earliest bus departs from East London to Stellenbosch at 14:05. And the latest bus departs at 16:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Stellenbosch?

A bus trip from East London to Stellenbosch produces an estimated 21 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 East London to Stellenbosch?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 9148 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Stellenbosch?

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 East London to Stellenbosch?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Stellenbosch?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa , with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus from East London to Stellenbosch from R 525 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Stellenbosch on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:15	East London Windmill Park	14h 5m	06:20	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:05	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	16h 35m	06:40	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags

Next departures from East London to Stellenbosch on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:15	East London Windmill Park	14h 5m	06:20	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:05	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	16h 35m	06:40	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags

Next departures from East London to Stellenbosch on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:05	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	16h 35m	06:40	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	Cheapest
	Bus	16:15	East London Windmill Park	14h 5m	06:20	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	Fastest

Next departures from East London to Stellenbosch on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:15	East London Windmill Park	14h 5m	06:20	STELLENBOSCH (MILTACOACHES)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:05	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	16h 35m	06:40	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:40 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Stellenbosch

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stellenbosch. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 396, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 30mAverage duration

845 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 396 - R 2 133	Average duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 615 - R 1 362	Average duration17h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in East London and Stellenbosch?

Stops in East London

A
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Stops in Stellenbosch

A
Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff)
Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff), Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/52 781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Stellenbosch 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 East London to Stellenbosch?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Stellenbosch start at R 396. The average price for this route is around R 713. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from East London to Stellenbosch?
The average bus journey time from East London to Stellenbosch is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 845 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 5m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the East London to Stellenbosch route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Stellenbosch?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Stellenbosch at 14:05. And the latest bus departs at 16:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Stellenbosch?
A bus trip from East London to Stellenbosch produces an estimated 21 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 East London to Stellenbosch?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 9148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Stellenbosch?
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 East London to Stellenbosch?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Stellenbosch?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Greyhound South Africa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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

02/12

R 682

03/12

R 576

Today

R 525

05/12

R 546

06/12

R 914

07/12

R 912

08/12

No data

09/12

R 712

The cheapest trip from East London to Stellenbosch was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 525

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 Stellenbosch as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 525 to R 1 205 for a bus ticket from East London to Stellenbosch based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 546, which is on 2025-12-05.

Usually APM WC, 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.