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

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Worcester start from $23. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?

The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Worcester is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 357 miles (576 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Worcester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Eagle Liner , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Worcester at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Worcester generates an estimated 14 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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?

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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?

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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?

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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?

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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:10pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	9h 40m	4:50am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h	6:10am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:10pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	9h 40m	4:50am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	7:10pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	9h 40m	4:50am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h	6:10am	N1 - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	12h 5m	6:05pm	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h	6:10am	N1 - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	12h 5m	6:05pm	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	9h	6:10am	N1 - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	12h 5m	6:05pm	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	9h 40m	4:50am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	Cheapest
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	12h 5m	6:05pm	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Worcester on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	9h 40m	4:50am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	Cheapest
Bus	9:50pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	8h 50m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	Fastest
Bus	7:10pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	9h 40m	4:50am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	10h 40m	6:05am	Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	9h 15m	6:40am	N1 - Shell Garage	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:45 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Worcester

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

9h 40mAverage Duration

357 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Worcester?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
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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B
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, 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 Worcester

A
Worcester - Entrance 1, Mountain Mill Mall Parking
Mountain Mill Mall Parking Area, Entrance 1(Checkers), 13 Mountain Mill Dr, Hospital Hill, Worcester 6850, South Africa
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B
N1 - Shell Ultra City
N1, Worcester, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,100 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3100 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $31

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Worcester recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the trip as the bus had delays due to mechanical problems encountered

Nozipo T.

November 13, 2023

Both Drivers were very friendly, and Bus was on time

Amanda M.

November 4, 2025

Bus was on time

Ludwe J.

May 26, 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,415 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth Worcester recent customer reviews

it was good and their bus moves very fast even thou it was late but they made sure we get there in time

Yonela G.

May 29, 2024

Eagle liner has poor service and I would not recommend it to anyone the bus arrived hours we departed late and no one informed about the delay and the bus itself is very unorganized its staff as well as its procedures we also arrived about +4 hours late @ our destination there is no form of respect from their staff on the bus I'm disappointed by eagle liners services very poor.

Siyolise M.

April 30, 2022

Intercape

3.5/544,267 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to the users, traveling with this bus service is generally comfortable and offers good value for its moderate prices. However, some have noted that drivers tend to drive too fast and there are extended waiting times at stops. Additionally, it has been mentioned that staff could be more cheerful in their interactions.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Worcester recent customer reviews

The first trip from PE too Worcester the recliner was not working at all The second trip from Worcester to PE was worst the bus was very cold it was just like I'm walking next to the bus outside in as much I have a flu as we speak because of that cold

Cynthia M.

March 22, 2024

Over all, one can not expect to much, as the bus prices are very moderate. May the staff could be a little less grumpy

Maya G.

August 16, 2022

Traveling was comfortable, but we wait to long at the stops.

Virginia C.

June 10, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,119 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.

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2781 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 $24

APMWC Port Elizabeth Worcester recent customer reviews

The first encounter was horrible the bus delayed an hour and then the bus kept on stopping my lagges was stolen still have not received a call from the bus company

Nomsa N.

December 3, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth to Worcester, ZA 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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Worcester start from $23. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Worcester is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 357 miles (576 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Worcester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Worcester at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Worcester generates an estimated 14 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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
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 Port Elizabeth to Worcester?
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

12/01

$28

12/02

$28

Today

$28

12/04

$26

12/05

$25

12/06

$25

12/07

$25

12/08

$30

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Worcester, ZA was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $25

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 Worcester, ZA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $62 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Worcester, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-05.

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.