Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City @ Steers | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600 | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2026-01-06 SAST.
Get from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Plettenberg Bay and Grahamstown?
Stops in Grahamstown
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The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown 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 Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown start from $32. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 305 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $102 for a bus ticket from Plettenberg Bay to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-01-14.
Usually Intercity Xpress 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.
