Bus from East London to Queenstown, ZA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Queenstown on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CitilinkBus
East London (Windmill) 126 Moore Street
Queenstown (Sasol Garage) - Sasol Garage, 2 Cathcart Road, QueenstownCheapest
Hope Diamond TransportBus
East London Station
Queenstown Train StationFastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)No tags
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Railway Station
Queenstown StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:05 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Queenstown

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Queenstown. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 414, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day
3hAverage duration
158 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 278 - R 1 400Average duration3h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average priceR 414 - R 1 640Average duration3h
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Queenstown, ZA by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Queenstown?

    The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Queenstown start at R 278. The average price for this route is around R 454. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from East London to Queenstown?

    The average bus journey time from East London to Queenstown is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 159 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport.

  3. Which bus companies service the East London to Queenstown route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Hope Diamond Transport, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus, Wez We Coaches, Big Sky, APM WC, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Citilink, Chilwans Express, FF Gertse.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Queenstown?

    The earliest bus departs from East London to Queenstown at 13:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Queenstown?

    A bus trip from East London to Queenstown produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from East London to Queenstown?

    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 3118 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Queenstown?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Queenstown?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Queenstown?

    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
13/12
R 252
14/12
R 252
Today
R 252
16/12
R 253
17/12
R 253
18/12
R 253
19/12
R 252
20/12
R 263
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Queenstown, ZA was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 252

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East London to Queenstown, ZA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 252 to R 788 for a bus ticket from East London to Queenstown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 252, which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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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