Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street | No tags |
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Get from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff
The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff 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 Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff start from $34. The average price for this route is around $55. 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 Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 387 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff generates an estimated 10 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 Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
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 Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
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 Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
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 Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff?
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.
The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $100 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Mount Ayliff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-29.
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.
