How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to East London?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to East London start at R 231. The average price for this route is around R 646. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to East London?

The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to East London is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to East London route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , ilulaBus , Jacobs Coaches , Big Sky , Flexi City Connect , Greyhound South Africa , Milta Coaches , Webber Coaches , Delta Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to East London?

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to East London at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London?

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London produces an estimated 6 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 Port Elizabeth to East London?

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 Port Elizabeth to East London?

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 Port Elizabeth to East London?

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 Port Elizabeth to East London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Port Elizabeth to East London from R 369 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 5m	12:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	15:45	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	5h 40m	21:25	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:35	Railway Station	4h 30m	10:05	EAST LONDON WINDMILL	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 40m	12:10	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to East London on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	4h 35m	22:05	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	3h 45m	06:30	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	Fastest
Bus	06:45	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	5h 45m	12:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
Bus	06:35	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	4h 5m	10:40	East London Windmill Park	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	4h 50m	00:15	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:51 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Port Elizabeth to East London

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 429, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day

4h 30mAverage duration

238 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 231 - R 2 715	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 429 - R 1 179	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and East London?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa

Stops in East London

A
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 517 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its punctuality, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Many appreciate the comfortable seating and overall pleasant travel experience. However, some reviews mention issues like uncomfortable seats or unpleasant toilet odors during trips. Despite these minor concerns, travelers generally express satisfaction with their journeys due to professional drivers and organized operations.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth East London recent customer reviews

The staff in Gqeberha seemed completely unfazed and unfriendly to me. And also the bus was an hour and 10 minutes late. Everytime I'd ask a staff member where is the bus they say "coming now" "coming now". They should know where the bus is so why not indicate a specific time that the bus will arrive and also apologize. Nobody seemed to care that it was late. Overall I'm not surprised with the experience but still disappointed.

Ryan L.

3 December 2025

The two drivers were super accommodative and gave us quite a thoughtful entertainment throughout the entire trip. So careful with the driving too, I was so comfortable.

Lelam S.

16 August 2025

I loved the way the staff made surethat i was in the correct bus. Drive was pleasent and I felt very safe. Bus was clean and very comfortable. Will surely make use of Big Sky anytime.

Teresa W.

16 July 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511 291 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 11291 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 383

Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth East London recent customer reviews

The pin location on the ticket took me to the wrong departure location which caused me to miss my bus and lose money. The company refuses to recoup my losses.

Suede B.

21 August 2024

We had to get alternate transportation due to bus running late

Sannette U.

17 October 2025

It was great the bus arrived on time

Mvuyisi N.

19 July 2025

APM WC

2/52 829 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Based on 2829 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 402

APMWC Port Elizabeth East London recent customer reviews

It was very bad ,the bus didn’t arrive .I wasted my money by buying Apm ticket .They didn’t even bother to communicate with me.I called all their contact numbers they go straight to voicemail.I wouldn’t recommend that bus to anyone ,very poor service .

Azile N.

16 September 2024

Bus arrived 2hrs later than expected departure tym.had to b late for the meeting

Luckson P.

5 March 2024

Nice and quiet. We were on time.

Chumani T.

25 October 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510 529 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10529 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 429

Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth East London recent customer reviews

Service was overall efficient. Drivers were kind and we'll disciplined. There must be a waste management procedure though because the busses are quite filthy and although it's the customers who throw rubble in the bus, drivers must implement the procedure.

Thuli M.

2 July 2023

Not the good first impression

Randy J.

26 July 2021

Can do better

Lisakhanya S.

11 December 2020

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

Jacobs Coaches

2.5/592 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1

Big Sky

3.5/53 174 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Flexi City Connect

2.5/568 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi0.9

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 226 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting friendly and attentive staff as well as a clean environment. The bus was noted for being on time, providing a cozy and comfortable ride with safe driving practices. Overall, passengers felt secure during their journey and appreciated the positive experience provided by the company.

Greyhound Port Elizabeth East London recent customer reviews

Wonderful. Bus was exactly on time. Ride was cozy and comfortable. Safe driving. Bus attendant very friendly.

Jennifer S.

4 May 2025

The bus was 1hr 30min behind time

Tambudzai C.

26 November 2025

Friendly staff and very attentive, clean bus and I felt safe

Bridget B.

14 April 2025

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Webber Coaches

Delta Coaches

1.5/53 946 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to East London 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 Port Elizabeth to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to East London start at R 231. The average price for this route is around R 646. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to East London?
The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to East London is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to East London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, ilulaBus, Jacobs Coaches, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Webber Coaches, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to East London at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to East London produces an estimated 6 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 Port Elizabeth to East London?
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 Port Elizabeth to East London?
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 Port Elizabeth to East London?
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 Port Elizabeth to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 410

14/12

R 520

Today

R 788

16/12

R 668

17/12

R 637

18/12

R 637

19/12

R 637

20/12

R 486

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to East London was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 410

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

You can expect to pay from R 410 to R 2 028 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 486, which is on 2025-12-20.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.