Bus from Grahamstown to Aliwal North: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Grahamstown to Aliwal North on February 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Hope Diamond TransportBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750Cheapest
APMWCBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAYFastest
Big SkyBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)No tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:47 PM SAST.

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Get from Grahamstown to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
5h 55mAverage Duration
182 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grahamstown to Aliwal North by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Aliwal North start from $19. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Aliwal North is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 182 miles (293 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by APM WC.

  3. Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Aliwal North route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Hope Diamond Transport, Citiliner, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Aliwal North at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    A bus trip from Grahamstown to Aliwal North generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Grahamstown to Aliwal North?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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02/18
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02/19
$18
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$19
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02/24
$19
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Aliwal North was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $41 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-02-24.

Usually Intercape 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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