How much does a bus ticket from Grahamstown to East London cost?

The bus ticket price from Grahamstown to East London starts at R 329. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Grahamstown to East London 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 Grahamstown to East London?

The average travel time between Grahamstown and East London is around 2h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Grahamstown and East London?

The number of buses from Grahamstown to East London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Grahamstown to East London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Grahamstown to East London?

When taking the bus from Grahamstown to East London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.

Bus Grahamstown to East London from R 329 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Grahamstown to East London on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	11:00	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 15m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Fastest
07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 25m	10:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
08:15	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	2h 25m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to East London on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 15m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Fastest
07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 25m	10:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	2h 45m	09:45	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to East London on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 15m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Fastest
07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 25m	10:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
08:15	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	2h 25m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to East London on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 15m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Fastest
07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 25m	10:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	2h 45m	09:45	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to East London on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 15m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Fastest
07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 25m	10:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
08:15	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	2h 25m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags

Next departures from Grahamstown to East London on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 15m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Fastest
07:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 25m	10:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	2h 35m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	2h 45m	09:45	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:25 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Grahamstown to East London

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 423, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

2h 25mAverage duration

134 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 329 - R 1 698	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 423 - R 2 594	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 663 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about being put on the wrong bus and not reaching the intended destination. Some customers also mentioned that they missed flights due to delays. Suggestions were made for improved arrival times and better communication with passengers regarding delays or bus changeovers.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown East London recent customer reviews

Theres nothing to enjoy the bus broke down and i had a flight in an hour but nobody assisted me so I ended up misssing the flight, my R500 gone for the trip less than an hour💔

Namiswa B.

9 November 2025

I was disappointed with how slow the driver was driving. The bus was dirty, empty bottles lying in the passage.

Sakhumzi M.

17 February 2025

2 hours delay waiting outdoors in the rain, exposed to criminals at night was not a good experience at all. Call centre doesn't communicate the possible delays. Their service is pathetic to be frank

Nontuthuzelo Caroline J.

9 October 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510 861 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52 677 reviews

Staff2.6

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510 189 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10189 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 418

Eagle Liner Grahamstown East London recent customer reviews

The bus came late and we had to stand in the cold for an hour

Farirai D.

7 July 2021

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 092 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/52 937 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 2937 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 R 391

Big Sky Grahamstown East London recent customer reviews

Horrible experience, the bus was an hour late. No communication or whatsoever from Big Sky. I wouldn’t recommend them to anyone

Yolanda S.

19 November 2023

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/53 833 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

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Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and East London?

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - East London

D - Windmill Mall

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

How much does a bus ticket from Grahamstown to East London cost?
The bus ticket price from Grahamstown to East London starts at R 329. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Grahamstown to East London 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 Grahamstown to East London?
The average travel time between Grahamstown and East London is around 2h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Grahamstown and East London?
The number of buses from Grahamstown to East London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Grahamstown to East London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Grahamstown to East London?
When taking the bus from Grahamstown to East London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/11

R 398

09/11

R 341

Today

R 358

11/11

R 341

12/11

R 341

13/11

R 341

14/11

R 341

15/11

R 341

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to East London was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 341

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

You can expect to pay from R 341 to R 1 219 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 341, which is on 2025-11-12.

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.

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