Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61) | Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61) | Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61) | Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tarkastad - Caltex Garage (R61) | Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | TARKASTAD - CALTEX GARAGE, CORNER GREY, TARKASTAD | EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney | No tags |
Get from Tarkastad to East London
The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Tarkastad and East London?
Stops in East London
- AIntercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
- BEast London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
- C37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
- DWindmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tarkastad to East London 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 Tarkastad to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tarkastad to East London start from $35. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Tarkastad to East London?
The average bus travel time from Tarkastad to East London is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 191 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Tarkastad to East London route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tarkastad to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Tarkastad to East London at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 5:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tarkastad to East London?
A bus trip from Tarkastad to East London generates an estimated 5 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 Tarkastad to East London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3334 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tarkastad to East London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tarkastad to East London?
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 Tarkastad to East London?
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.
The cheapest trip from Tarkastad to East London was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tarkastad to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $56 for a bus ticket from Tarkastad to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2026-01-23.
