Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750 | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:34 AM SAST.
Get from Aliwal North to Grahamstown
The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aliwal North and Grahamstown?
Stops in Aliwal North
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Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Aliwal North to Grahamstown 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 Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aliwal North to Grahamstown start from $29. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Aliwal North to Grahamstown is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 292 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Aliwal North to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Citiliner, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Aliwal North to Grahamstown at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Aliwal North to Grahamstown generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1911 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Aliwal North to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Aliwal North to Grahamstown was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aliwal North to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $104 for a bus ticket from Aliwal North to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-28.
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.
