How far is Aliwal North from Grahamstown by coach?

The journey from Grahamstown to Aliwal North by coach covers an approximate distance of 181 miles (292 km).

What is the best way to go from Grahamstown to Aliwal North without a car?

You can reach Aliwal North from Grahamstown by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Grahamstown to Aliwal North from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Grahamstown to Aliwal North on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	5h 15m	23:45	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Cheapest
Bus	18:35	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	5h 5m	23:40	ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750	Fastest
Bus	09:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	5h 35m	15:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	15:10	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	6h 10m	21:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	6h	00:55	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:53 SAST.

Get from Grahamstown to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

182 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Aliwal North?

Stops in Grahamstown

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The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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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
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APM WC

2/52,731 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Intercape

3.5/543,968 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43968 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £22

Intercape Grahamstown Aliwal North recent customer reviews

It ha WiFi that is not working. So they lie to customers about that. Overall review I may give them 4 over 5.

Ntsiuoa K.

9 February 2023

The bus was on time , clean and the drivers were good

Andiswa M.

18 December 2024

Citiliner

3.5/51,919 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.1

Eagle Liner

3/510,304 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/511,007 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Big Sky

3.5/53,030 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3030 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 Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £14

Big Sky Grahamstown Aliwal North recent customer reviews

Service was alright, however I was not told about the office and I waited there the whole time only to be told upon boarding that I had to go to the office for my luggage to be weighed. The bus was already late, made even more late. The additional price on luggage is very high.

Thomas W.

6 October 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,144 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Grahamstown to Aliwal North

How far is Aliwal North from Grahamstown by coach?
The journey from Grahamstown to Aliwal North by coach covers an approximate distance of 181 miles (292 km).
What is the best way to go from Grahamstown to Aliwal North without a car?
You can reach Aliwal North from Grahamstown by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/11

£25

23/11

£30

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25/11

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26/11

£19

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£19

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£18

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The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Aliwal North was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grahamstown to Aliwal North as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £53 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, 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.