Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Railway Station | Riviersonderend - Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street | Riviersonderend (Astron Energy) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Regent Cafe, C/o Link Rd & Rochelle Rd | RIVIERSONDEREND | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:09 AM SAST.
Get from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend
The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Riviersonderend?
Stops in Port Elizabeth
- A97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
- B
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa - C
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, 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
Stops in Riviersonderend
- A
Riviersonderend - Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street
Shell Ultra City, 1 Main Street, Riviersonderend, 7250, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend 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 Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend start from $29. The average price for this route is around $71. 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 Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
The average bus travel time from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 526 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by Flexi City Connect.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Flexi City Connect, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend generates an estimated 13 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 Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
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 582 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
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 Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $177 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Riviersonderend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2026-01-15.
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.
