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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Fastest | |||||
 | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | |||||
 | Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | |||||
| Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags |
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$24 - US$114 | Average Duration12h 50m | 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly | ||
Shuttle | Average PriceUS$35 - US$129 | Average Duration14h 35m | 22kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars |
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Paarl to GrahamstownAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Grahamstown. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Paarl to Grahamstown: Trip Overview
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Paarl to Grahamstown Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Paarl - Grahamstown
What is the distance between Paarl and Grahamstown?
The distance between Paarl and Grahamstown is approximately 703 km (436 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Paarl to Grahamstown?
Buses departing from Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street in Paarl will take you to The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street in Grahamstown.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Paarl to Grahamstown was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of US$23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paarl to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$38 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23 which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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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