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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street | Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street | Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Wilderness - Caltex Garage, South Street | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:15 AM SAST.
Get from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth
The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 336, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Wilderness and Port Elizabeth?
Stops in Wilderness
- A
Caltex Garage
George Rd, Wilderness, 6560, South Africa
Stops in Port Elizabeth
- A
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - B97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
- C
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - DRailway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth 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 Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth start at R 336. The average price for this route is around R 850. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus journey time from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 282 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Wilderness to Port Elizabeth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Webber Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
A bus trip from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth produces an estimated 7 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 Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 573 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth?
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.
The cheapest trip from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 329To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 329 to R 1 921 for a bus ticket from Wilderness to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 329, which is on 2025-12-28.
Usually 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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