Customers have mixed opinions about the service. Some mention that it was fine, but they had to wait for a long time and arrived late. Others praise the great customer service and friendly staff, although there were slight delays in arrival time.
Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews
I was very disappointed with Intercape.The bus was suppose to arrive at 13:00 but it arrived 15:00 .It was 2 hours late. If we wanted to depart late ,we would have booked a bus that leaves later in the day.There is a reason why we chose the 13:00 bus
1 out of 5 stars
Eyethu N.
I was not satisfied at all.1. The bus was an hour late and it never managed to catch up with time, hence I arrived late for my transport. 2. My bag was wet, when I got home some of my clothes were wet also.
2 out of 5 stars
Sylvester N.
It was Fine, but we waited for so long and ended up arriving late with almost 3 hours, I struggled finding taxi to Sterkpruit now because it's late already. I will be sleeping on the shell garage chairs until the morning.
Based on 2793 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 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 R 355
APMWC Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews
Reckless driving from the driver completly unprofessional
Based on 10443 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 398
According to customer reviews, the service provided by Greyhound bus has been consistently disappointing. Customers have reported delays and late arrivals, as well as poor communication and unhelpful staff. These issues seem to be recurring problems that have led some customers to switch to other bus companies such as Intercape.
Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews
It was amazing!!❤️ I saw the comments before I booked..most of them cared me I’m glad I went to see for myself everything was the absolute opposite of what I have read..anyway I’m very satisfied and I will ride with express again❤️
5 out of 5 stars
Nonkosi M.
I am very unhappy of the fact that Greyhound bus service did not excist in PE and I was not informed of that and which service busliner I now had to use from PE to Aliwal North, thanks to another bus services provider who told us which company to use
Based on 3120 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 518
Big Sky Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews
First of all I received 3 sms telling me that there will be a delay in the departure time,last sms said delayed for 20 minutes but bus came around past 9 and supposed to leave 07:50. The drivers did not give us proper stopping so that we can buy food and refresh .No communication in the bus.
Based on 1974 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at R 754
Based on 9197 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 635
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 R 406
A good way to travel this route is with Webber Coaches buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 1 443 and the shortest trip taking about 715. Webber Coaches gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North start at R 355. The average price for this route is around R 568. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 379 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North at 07:50. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North produces an estimated 9 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
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 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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
05/12
R 372
06/12
R 426
Today
R 372
08/12
R 379
09/12
R 379
10/12
R 421
11/12
R 379
12/12
R 521
The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 372
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 372 to R 1 608 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 379, which is on 2025-12-08.
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.
The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 372
