Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting friendly and professional staff who ensured a comfortable journey. The buses were generally on time, with some even arriving earlier than expected. However, there were occasional concerns about the air conditioning being too hot and issues with smelly toilets or non-functional charging ports. Overall satisfaction remains high among travelers due to excellent service quality.
Intercape Mainliner Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
Good trip friendly drivers , comfortable and safe . The only thing I wish for is that seat numbers are given on tickets so people can sit with they respective partners I was lucky that a friendly rider gave up his seat for me to sit next to my wife there are alot of people who are scared to travel alone or even sit alone anxiety is a real illness.. please I ask to assign seat numbers for passenger it will improve your service 10 fold
4 out of 5 stars
Sergio W.
It was very horrible , the bus was too hot , the seats are too small and it's very uncomfortable to sleep
1 out of 5 stars
Liyabona H.
The service was terrible , considering Intercape’s reputation. Boarding in bus took an hour. a further delay occurred because a lady did not pay for her child’s ticket. The bus was deemed unfit to drive before we got to Worcester. We needed to change buses while it was storming outside. I’ve never experienced a bus delay from Cape Town cbd, and I don’t see why more bus chaperons are employed to sort out these issues and most importantly WHY ARE BUSES NOT INSPECTED BEFORE DEPARTURE ?!
Users have reported a positive experience with Intercity Express, highlighting the comfort of the seats and punctuality. Additionally, they appreciated the friendly demeanor of the drivers during their journey.
Intercity Xpress Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
Trip was overall good, drivers drive well, was close to an hour late but understandable, only negative, sat close to toilet and had strong urine smell
4 out of 5 stars
Mark P.
I enjoyed my trip with intercity express, the bus was on time and the drivers were very friendly
5 out of 5 stars
Bybit K.
The worst bus experience ever. The bus was smelling through out, as we were approaching Caledon the bus started beeping and making sounds. We stopped at Caledon bus driver attended to the issue but bus was shaking all the way. 11km to Grahamstown bus stopped and driver had to fix something again and was asking for plastics, imagine! Temporal solutions and putting peoples lives at risk. Soze ndiphinde!
Based on 3074 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 $42
Big Sky Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the fact that there was a toilet (even though I didn’t use it) charging ports, air conditioning and the bus was clean. Seats were adjustable as well.
Based on 2760 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 WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $28
APMWC Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
It was horrible. First of all I paid for my one old son a full amount of R700. Bus delayed for 10 hours we slept at The bus station. We were changed from one bus to another with our laugages and we arrived midnight the following day
1 out of 5 stars
Sinovuyo Shirley M.
Very bad service the bus was supposed to arrive at 7pm got in Cape Town at around 8:30 pm. It does not end the the bus got stuck in Riverdale. Book this bus at your own risk
1 out of 5 stars
Anathi S.
It was a quick ride except for the stoppage to refuel. it was unnecessary and should have been calculated and done beforehand and we arrives extremely late at our destination. we were scheduled for 6:20 but arrived at twelve in the afternoon
Based on 9171 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 WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $37
Citiliner Plus Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
The bus was very late, and the seats on the bus were falling off
Users have shared that the bus experience was generally comfortable, with kind and helpful drivers. However, some noted a less enjoyable aspect involving multiple bus changes during their journey, which they found tedious. Despite this inconvenience, the overall comfort of the seats received positive feedback from passengers.
Eagle Liner Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
The bus was comfortable enough.
It was also warm because of the AC, the drivers were kind and helpful. I can recommend to my family and friends.
5 out of 5 stars
Avu B.
The bus was very full then we had to change buses when we got to mosselbay, the second bus was not too full and the seats were comfortable then again in the morning when we got to Port elizabeth we were ordered to go back to the first bus. That was too boring.
3 out of 5 stars
Khanyisile M.
The bus was two hours late. I missed a meeting. However, the drivers were very apologetic.
Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $29
ilulaBus Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
Incompetent staff did not check and put me on a wrong bus which was going on a different route
1 out of 5 stars
Pumeza M.
Office agents are not helpful, I had to look for a bus until someone called
3 out of 5 stars
Zamuxolo N.
there was a lack of covid precautions in place. it is terrifying
Based on 3885 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $30
Delta Coaches Cape Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews
The trip was supposed to departure at 18h00 on a Delta Couch, but instead we were sent to APMWC and departed hour 15 minutes later and those guys were disorganized. I don't see myself booking their bus again
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Grahamstown start from $28. The average price for this route is around $67. 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 Cape Town to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Grahamstown is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 754 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 10m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Grahamstown route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Grahamstown at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Grahamstown generates an estimated 19 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 Cape Town to Grahamstown?
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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cape Town to Grahamstown?
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 Cape Town to Grahamstown?
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
11-28
$89
11-29
$84
Today
$76
12-01
$58
12-02
$52
12-03
$52
12-04
$52
12-05
$52
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Grahamstown was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $52
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $187 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-05.
Usually Big Sky, 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.
The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Grahamstown was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $52
