How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cradock start at R 335. 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 Cradock?

The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Cradock is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Cradock route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Cradock at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Cradock produces an estimated 5 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 Cradock?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?

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 Port Elizabeth to Cradock?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Cradock from R 371 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Cradock on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Cheapest
Bus	18:00	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	3h 40m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags
Bus	16:00	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 25m	20:25	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Cradock on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Cheapest
Bus	18:00	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	3h 40m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags
Bus	16:00	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 25m	20:25	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Cradock on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Cheapest
Bus	18:00	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	3h 40m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags
Bus	16:00	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 25m	20:25	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Cradock on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Cheapest
Bus	18:00	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	3h 40m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags
Bus	16:00	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 25m	20:25	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 10m	21:40	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:20 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Cradock

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 335, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

198 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Cradock?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa

Stops in Cradock

A
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors), Cradock, 5880, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 363 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44363 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 392

Intercape Sleepliner Port Elizabeth Cradock recent customer reviews

They controlled aircon well. And what I didn't enjoy was getting stuck and not being informed what problem.

Twice L.

31 October 2025

I came here at the station so early, at to find out I'm at the wrong station and the bus took off already. Tried to phoned them to find out wheres the bus at so that I can meet it half way, but it was too late and there were nothing they could do for me for that. Sad!

Ayanda J.

21 July 2023

I had to pay for my bag

Thabiso S.

19 August 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510 452 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10452 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 501

Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth Cradock recent customer reviews

1st the bus broke down and no mechanic to assist after hours there is a reason why people book a certain time so that they can be on at the destination they need to be at. The mechanic can only leave pe after 8 because he only starts work at 8 this is unacceptable. Very unhappy with the service at this bus company will definitely never make use of them again

Melumzi K.

11 September 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 205 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 Port Elizabeth to Cradock 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 Cradock?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Cradock start at R 335. 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 Cradock?
The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Cradock is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Cradock route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Cradock at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Cradock produces an estimated 5 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 Cradock?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?
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 Port Elizabeth to Cradock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Cradock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

06/12

R 402

07/12

R 445

Today

R 447

09/12

R 449

10/12

R 448

11/12

R 477

12/12

R 635

13/12

R 701

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Cradock was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 402

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 Cradock as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 402 to R 1 362 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Cradock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 448, which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually 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.