How much is the bus ticket from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth start from $27. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?

The average bus trip duration from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth is 11h, covering a distance of 325 miles (524 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Kokstad to Port Elizabeth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , APM WC .

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

The earliest bus departs from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth at 10:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?

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 45626 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?

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 has the most timely service from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?

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.

Bus Kokstad to Port Elizabeth from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 35m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 10m	7:10am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	13h 10m	12:55am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 35m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	13h 10m	12:55am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 35m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 35m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 35m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 35m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 35m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 35m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Shell Garage, 14 Hope St.	13h 10m	12:55am	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 35m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 35m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures for Kokstad to Port Elizabeth on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 15m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 30m	7:50am	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 35m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	9:20pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	10h 45m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	11h 35m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:03 PM SAST.

Get from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

11hAverage Duration

325 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Kokstad and Port Elizabeth?

Stops in Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa
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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
Visit page Map
E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,753 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Many users appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the timely arrival of buses. However, some reviews mention issues such as delays due to mechanical problems and concerns about cleanliness in certain areas like toilets. Despite these challenges, passengers generally find their trips comfortable with luxury bus options available for travel in South Africa.

Intercape Mainliner Kokstad Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

Very cold and airy due to air conditioning my sinuses were acting up. Arrival time was 45 minutes late

Zintle T.

December 21, 2025

Very disappointed. The bus was two full hours late and no communication whatsoever. The bus took a different route than usua which added four hours on the two hours. This isvery bad.

Thandaza P.

November 28, 2025

Trip was comfortable - only problem was the bus arrived at our destination an hour late

Onke N.

July 15, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512,024 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting professional drivers and timely arrivals at destinations. The waiting area is appreciated for being safe and comfortable. However, some users noted challenges such as delays in departure times and a lack of charging facilities on buses. Overall, travelers found their journeys enjoyable despite minor setbacks.

Intercity Xpress Kokstad Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

Amos was very rude and arrogant in fact both. The office lady tried to talk to them in Mnt free after a passenger reported them and it was a big issue. The bus was late and they cited that intervity in Durban made them. Late

Sandisiwe M.

December 12, 2025

Oh bus No 992 although I didn’t read their names but both drivers were very professional, the bus arrived on time at the point of departure and at arrival. Keep up the good work bus no 992, 2025/07/10 at 19:15

Reatile N.

July 11, 2025

I enjoyed it it departed earlier than I had expected and experienced before .It arrived to the destination on time too

Kwanele G.

January 28, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,422 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Based on 3422 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $37

Big Sky Kokstad Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

Very bad

Likhona Z.

September 29, 2024

Very bad your busses always arrived late

Nozuko M.

May 9, 2024

everything was perfect

Linamandla M.

April 9, 2024

APM WC

2/53,108 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth 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 Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth start from $27. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
The average bus trip duration from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth is 11h, covering a distance of 325 miles (524 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Kokstad to Port Elizabeth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
The earliest bus departs from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth at 10:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
A bus trip from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
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 has the most timely service from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Kokstad to Port Elizabeth?
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.

Best price found

01/18

$72

01/19

$64

Today

$57

01/21

$44

01/22

$42

01/23

$30

01/24

$28

01/25

$37

The cheapest trip from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $79 for a bus ticket from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-01-24.

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.