Compare all timetables for the bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Grahamstown to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Intercity Xpress for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| APM | 15h 10m | 18:15 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:25 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £20 |
A Bus from APM goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 02/05/2026 18:15:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 03/05/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
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| Intercape | 15h 0m | 18:00 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:00 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £23 |
A Bus from Intercape goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 02/05/2026 18:00:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 03/05/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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| Greyhound South Africa | 13h 35m | 19:25 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 02/05/2026 19:25:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 03/05/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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| Intercity Xpress | 15h 5m | 16:55 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 02/05/2026 16:55:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 03/05/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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| Eagle Liner | 13h 20m | 18:55 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:15 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £44 |
A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 02/05/2026 18:55:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 03/05/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| APM | 15h 10m | 18:15 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:25 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £19 |
A Bus from APM goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 03/05/2026 18:15:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 04/05/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
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| Intercape | 15h 0m | 18:00 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:00 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £23 |
A Bus from Intercape goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 03/05/2026 18:00:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 04/05/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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| Greyhound South Africa | 13h 35m | 19:25 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 03/05/2026 19:25:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 04/05/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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| Intercity Xpress | 14h 50m | 17:10 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 03/05/2026 17:10:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 04/05/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
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| Eagle Liner | 13h 20m | 18:55 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:15 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £43 |
A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 03/05/2026 18:55:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 04/05/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| APM | 15h 10m | 18:15 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:25 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £20 |
A Bus from APM goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 04/05/2026 18:15:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 05/05/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
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| APM | 12h 40m | 18:20 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 07:00 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £20 |
A Bus from APM goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 04/05/2026 18:20:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 05/05/2026 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
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| Greyhound South Africa | 13h 35m | 19:25 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 04/05/2026 19:25:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 05/05/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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| Intercity Xpress | 14h 50m | 17:10 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £36 |
A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 04/05/2026 17:10:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 05/05/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
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| Intercity Xpress | 15h 5m | 16:55 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £40 |
A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 04/05/2026 16:55:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 05/05/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| APM | 15h 10m | 18:15 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:25 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £18 |
A Bus from APM goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 08/05/2026 18:15:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 09/05/2026 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 10m
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| Intercity Xpress | 14h 50m | 17:10 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £22 |
A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 08/05/2026 17:10:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 09/05/2026 08:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 50m
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| Intercape | 14h 0m | 17:15 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 07:15 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £25 |
A Bus from Intercape goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 08/05/2026 17:15:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 09/05/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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| Greyhound South Africa | 13h 35m | 19:25 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 09:00 | Cape Town | Adderley Coach Stop | Economy | £32 |
A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 08/05/2026 19:25:00 to Adderley Coach Stop, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 09/05/2026 09:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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| Eagle Liner | 13h 20m | 18:55 | Grahamstown | Frontier Country Hotel | 08:15 | Cape Town | Civic Center | Economy | £34 |
A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Frontier Country Hotel, Grahamstown (South Africa) at 08/05/2026 18:55:00 to Civic Center, Cape Town (South Africa) arriving at 09/05/2026 08:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Grahamstown to Cape Town is £18 on 30/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between Grahamstown and Cape Town
Saturday
is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily coaches from Grahamstown to Cape Town. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Grahamstown and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 52 coaches from Grahamstown to Cape Town, while Night sees the fewest connections between Grahamstown and Cape Town, with 6 offers.
Facts about coaches from Grahamstown to Cape Town
Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress that travel 21 times every day by bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Grahamstown to Cape Town starting from £18!
| Cheapest Bus | £18 |
| Fastest Bus | 12h 15m |
| Earliest Coach | 05:35 |
| Latest Coach | 22:40 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 21 Ø |
| Distance | 753.9 km |
| Coach Companies | Intercape, APM, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity, Eagle Liner and Greyhound South Africa |
Cheapest coach connections from Grahamstown to Cape Town
Every day, 21 buses from 6 coach companies leave Grahamstown for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/05/2026 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
27/04
Tuesday
28/04
Wednesday
29/04
Thursday
30/04
Friday
01/05
Saturday
02/05
£20
Sunday
03/05
£23
Monday
04/05
£20
Tuesday
05/05
Wednesday
06/05
Thursday
07/05
Friday
08/05
£18
Saturday
09/05
£20
Sunday
10/05
£20
Monday
11/05
£24
Tuesday
12/05
£20
Wednesday
13/05
£29
Thursday
14/05
£31
Friday
15/05
£20
Saturday
16/05
£30
Sunday
17/05
£26
Monday
18/05
£26
Tuesday
19/05
£30
Wednesday
20/05
£20
Thursday
21/05
£20
Friday
22/05
£20
Saturday
23/05
£20
Sunday
24/05
The cheapest time to travel from Grahamstown to Cape Town
With a price starting from £18, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Grahamstown to Cape Town. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Night
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Grahamstown to Cape Town, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.
How to save money travelling from Grahamstown to Cape Town
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Grahamstown to Cape Town in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town, 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 Grahamstown to Cape Town are also emptier.All bus stations and stops in Grahamstown and Cape Town
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Grahamstown and Cape Town.
Service and Comfort on the bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Grahamstown to Cape Town? Or which bus companies serve the route Grahamstown to Cape Town? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Grahamstown to Cape Town bus
How much does a Grahamstown - Cape Town coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Grahamstown - Cape Town bus trip is available from £18 and takes 15h 10m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Grahamstown to Cape Town?
The connection Grahamstown to Cape Town is offered by 6 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Grahamstown - Cape Town route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Grahamstown to Cape Town is offered by roughly 21 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Cape Town from Grahamstown take?
The quickest coach from Grahamstown to Cape Town is provided by APM and takes 12h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £24. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Grahamstown to Cape Town?
The earliest bus to Cape Town departs from Grahamstown at 05:35. 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 Grahamstown to Cape Town?
The latest bus to Cape Town departs from Grahamstown at 22:40. 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 Grahamstown - Cape Town route?
Passengers looking to travel from Grahamstown to Cape Town can travel with Intercape, APM and Intercity Xpress. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Grahamstown and Cape Town?
You can check all the direct connections between Grahamstown and Cape Town 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 Intercity Xpress.
What can I take with me on the bus to Cape Town from Grahamstown?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Grahamstown Cape Town 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 Grahamstown Cape Town 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 Grahamstown to Cape Town on your planned travel date.
How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Grahamstown to Cape Town?
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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Grahamstown to Cape Town
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Grahamstown and to Cape Town
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Grahamstown and to Cape Town. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
- Bus Routes to Grahamstown
- Bus from Aliwal North to Grahamstown
- Bellville to Grahamstown coach
- Bus to Grahamstown from Bloemfontein
- Butterworth (ZA) to Grahamstown coach
- Coach to Grahamstown from Caledon
- Bus from Durban to Grahamstown
- Buses East London to Grahamstown
- Bus from George to Grahamstown
- Coaches Johannesburg to Grahamstown
- Bus Routes to Cape Town
- Coach Beaufort West to Cape Town
- Buses Bellville to Cape Town
- Coaches Bethlehem to Cape Town
- Bus from Britstown to Cape Town
- Coaches Carletonville to Cape Town
- Coach from Cradock to Cape Town
- Coach from Durban to Cape Town
- Coach East London to Cape Town
- Ficksburg to Cape Town bus
- Buses Harare to Cape Town
- Johannesburg to Cape Town coach
- Bus from Knysna to Cape Town
- Coaches Middelburg, EC to Cape Town
- Mossel Bay to Cape Town coach
- Bus to Cape Town from Mthatha
- Plettenberg Bay to Cape Town coach
- Coach Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
- Bus Queenstown (ZA) to Cape Town
- Bus to Cape Town from Warrenton
- Bus Wilderness to Cape Town
Popular Airport Transfers to Grahamstown and to Cape Town
