How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Somerset West start from $22. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Somerset West is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 442 miles (712 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky , ilulaBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Somerset West at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

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 3015 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Grahamstown to Somerset West?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Grahamstown to Somerset West from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grahamstown to Somerset West on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:45pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 25m	6:10am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	8:05pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 25m	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 45m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 45m	7:45am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	11h 45m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Grahamstown to Somerset West on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:45pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 25m	6:10am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	8:05pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 25m	7:30am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	5:35am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 45m	7:20pm	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 45m	7:45am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	11h 45m	7:20am	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:15 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Grahamstown to Somerset West

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

442 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $72	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$35 - $63	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Somerset West?

Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Stops in Somerset West

A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,279 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have noted that the bus stops and buses were clean, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, there are mentions of limited legroom due to small seats and an instance where the bus was delayed by an hour. Despite these issues, passengers generally found their trips satisfactory overall.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

The bus was an hour late but the trip was good. The stops were clean and so was the bus

Mmatumisang M.

April 6, 2025

Seats too small and not enough legroom

Carl P.

July 14, 2022

APM WC

2/52,783 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2783 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $22

APMWC Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

This bus was supposed to arrive 18:30 we waited until 10:00pm and the drive very rude played loud music and we were very cold because he switched on aircon so the intire trip was mess I will never again book apm

Ntombizile M.

August 19, 2024

Late as ever with no communication sent, nothing. I would never recommend to anyone

Cleopatra V.

June 10, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511,127 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed the service of the drivers they were very helpful in answering questions. But the seats were not bending so that u sleep 😴

Sakheluxolo P.

January 7, 2025

It was 3 hours late

Caleb V.

June 16, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,184 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,109 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grahamstown to Somerset West by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Somerset West start from $22. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
The average bus trip duration from Grahamstown to Somerset West is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 442 miles (712 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Somerset West at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Grahamstown to Somerset West?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

12/02

$26

12/03

$27

Today

$30

12/05

$30

12/06

$27

12/07

$27

12/08

$23

12/09

$23

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $70 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.