How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Somerset West start at R 375. The average price for this route is around R 632. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Somerset West is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 712 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Greyhound South Africa , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , ilulaBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Somerset West at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Grahamstown to Somerset West?

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 Grahamstown to Somerset West?

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.

Bus Grahamstown to Somerset West from R 440 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Grahamstown to Somerset West on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 40m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	18:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	12h 10m	06:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	20:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 25m	07:30	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	20:55	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 50m	08:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	23:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 25m	10:30	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Grahamstown to Somerset West

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 375, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

12h 15mAverage duration

712 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 375 - R 1 220	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 592 - R 1 042	Average duration14h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Somerset West?

Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Stops in Somerset West

A
Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 534 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have noted that the bus stops and buses were clean, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, there are mentions of limited legroom due to small seats and an instance where the bus was delayed by an hour. Despite these issues, passengers generally found their trips satisfactory overall.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

The bus was an hour late but the trip was good. The stops were clean and so was the bus

Mmatumisang M.

6 April 2025

Seats too small and not enough legroom

Carl P.

14 July 2022

APM WC

2/52 834 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Based on 2834 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 375

APMWC Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

This bus was supposed to arrive 18:30 we waited until 10:00pm and the drive very rude played loud music and we were very cold because he switched on aircon so the intire trip was mess I will never again book apm

Ntombizile M.

19 August 2024

Late as ever with no communication sent, nothing. I would never recommend to anyone

Cleopatra V.

10 June 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 228 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Intercity Xpress

3/511 303 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 11303 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at R 441

Intercity Xpress Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed the service of the drivers they were very helpful in answering questions. But the seats were not bending so that u sleep 😴

Sakheluxolo P.

7 January 2025

It was 3 hours late

Caleb V.

16 June 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53 179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ilulaBus

2/5819 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Somerset West by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Somerset West start at R 375. The average price for this route is around R 632. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Somerset West is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 712 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Somerset West at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Grahamstown to Somerset West?
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 Grahamstown to Somerset West?
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 459

14/12

R 344

Today

R 448

16/12

R 448

17/12

R 448

18/12

R 448

19/12

R 455

20/12

R 455

The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 344

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

You can expect to pay from R 344 to R 959 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 448, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Intercape 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.