Bus and Coach from Cape Town to Grahamstown: Compare all prices

Which bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to Grahamstown. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, APM or Big Sky Intercity. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

from £18

tomorrow

Thursday

from £20

Friday

from £16

Saturday

from £21

Sunday

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person

APM

13h 40m

0

13:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

02:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£18

A Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/06/2025 13:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 11/06/2025 02:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
Eagle Liner

14h 10m

0

17:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

07:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£23

A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/06/2025 17:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 11/06/2025 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Intercape

13h 55m

0

18:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

08:25

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£24

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/06/2025 18:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 11/06/2025 08:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Intercity Xpress

13h 30m

0

17:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

07:00

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£26

A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/06/2025 17:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 11/06/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Big Sky Intercity

15h 35m

0

06:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

21:35

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 10/06/2025 06:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 10/06/2025 21:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person

Intercape

13h 15m

0

15:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

04:45

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£20

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/06/2025 15:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 13/06/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Intercape

14h 40m

0

19:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

09:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£20

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/06/2025 19:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 13/06/2025 09:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
Intercape

13h 55m

0

18:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

08:25

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£23

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/06/2025 18:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 13/06/2025 08:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Intercape

13h 50m

0

18:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

08:20

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£26

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/06/2025 18:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 13/06/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Intercape

15h 35m

0

06:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

21:35

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£27

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 12/06/2025 06:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 12/06/2025 21:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person

APM

14h 50m

0

13:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

04:20

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£16

A Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 13/06/2025 13:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 14/06/2025 04:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
Eagle Liner

14h 10m

0

17:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

07:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£16

A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 13/06/2025 17:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 14/06/2025 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
APM

13h 40m

0

13:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

02:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£18

A Bus from APM goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 13/06/2025 13:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 14/06/2025 02:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
Intercape

13h 15m

0

15:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

04:45

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£20

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 13/06/2025 15:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 14/06/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Intercape

14h 40m

0

19:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

09:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£20

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 13/06/2025 19:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 14/06/2025 09:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person

Intercape

14h 40m

0

19:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

09:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£21

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 14/06/2025 19:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 15/06/2025 09:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
Intercape

13h 55m

0

18:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

08:25

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£25

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 14/06/2025 18:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 15/06/2025 08:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Intercape

13h 50m

0

18:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

08:20

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£28

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 14/06/2025 18:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 15/06/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
Intercape

14h 10m

0

17:30

Cape Town
Civic Center

07:40

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£32

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 14/06/2025 17:30:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 15/06/2025 07:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Intercape

15h 35m

0

06:00

Cape Town
Civic Center

21:35

Grahamstown
Frontier Country Hotel

0

Economy

£36

A Bus from Intercape goes from Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) at 14/06/2025 06:00:00 to Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) arriving at 14/06/2025 21:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 35m

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and Grahamstown?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to Grahamstown. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from Cape Town to Grahamstown. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Cape Town and Grahamstown.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 23 coaches from Cape Town to Grahamstown, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Grahamstown, with 12 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Grahamstown bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity that travel daily 13 times by bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown in one click. Book your Cape Town to Grahamstown bus ticket starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus	£16
Fastest Bus	10h 55m
Earliest Coach	06:00
Latest Coach	19:00
Daily Bus Connections	13 Ø
Distance	753.9 km
Coach Companies	Intercape, APM, Big Sky Intercity, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Grahamstown?

Every day, 13 buses from 5 coach companies leave Cape Town for Grahamstown. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 10/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 09/06

Tuesday 10/06

£24

Wednesday 11/06

Thursday 12/06

£20

Friday 13/06

£20

Saturday 14/06

£21

Sunday 15/06

Monday 16/06

Tuesday 17/06

£25

Wednesday 18/06

£22

Thursday 19/06

Friday 20/06

£18

Saturday 21/06

Sunday 22/06

£20

Monday 23/06

£18

Tuesday 24/06

£18

Wednesday 25/06

Thursday 26/06

Friday 27/06

Saturday 28/06

Sunday 29/06

Monday 30/06

Tuesday 01/07

Wednesday 02/07

£22

Thursday 03/07

Friday 04/07

£18

Saturday 05/07

£22

Sunday 06/07

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Grahamstown

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Grahamstown, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £16, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Grahamstown. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Grahamstown, with £16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Grahamstown

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cape Town to Grahamstown in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cape Town to Grahamstown, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cape Town to Grahamstown are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Grahamstown

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and Grahamstown. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Civic Center

Old Marine Dr

Durban Road

Durban Road 181

Intercape Depot

Morris Cl

Jobela Star Bus Services Coach Station

Bakoven

Frontier Country Hotel

Bathurst St 2

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to Grahamstown. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to Grahamstown bus

How much does a Cape Town Grahamstown coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town Grahamstown bus trip is available from £16 and takes 14h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cape Town to Grahamstown?

This connection is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £48. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Grahamstown.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town Grahamstown route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to Grahamstown is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Grahamstown from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to Grahamstown is provided by APM and takes 10h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown?

The earliest bus to Grahamstown departs from Cape Town at 06:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cape Town to Grahamstown?

The latest bus to Grahamstown departs from Cape Town at 19:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town Grahamstown route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to Grahamstown can travel with Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Grahamstown?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Grahamstown by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, APM and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the bus to Grahamstown from Cape Town?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cape Town Grahamstown bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town Grahamstown bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cape Town to Grahamstown

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cape Town and to Grahamstown

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cape Town and to Grahamstown. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!