How far is Somerset West from Grahamstown by coach?

The journey from Grahamstown to Somerset West by coach covers an approximate distance of 445 miles (718 km).

Is there a way to reach Somerset West from Grahamstown without flying?

To travel from Grahamstown to Somerset West without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Grahamstown to Somerset West from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Grahamstown to Somerset West on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 40m	05:55	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	20:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	11h 25m	07:30	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	Fastest
Bus	05:35	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 45m	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	18:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	13h 45m	07:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	19:35	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	11h 45m	07:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 14:45 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Grahamstown to Somerset West

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Somerset West. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

12h 15mAverage duration

442 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £53	Average duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£27 - £48	Average duration14h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,842 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have noted that the bus stops and buses were clean, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, there are mentions of limited legroom due to small seats and an instance where the bus was delayed by an hour. Despite these issues, passengers generally found their trips satisfactory overall.

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

The bus was an hour late but the trip was good. The stops were clean and so was the bus

Mmatumisang M.

6 April 2025

Seats too small and not enough legroom

Carl P.

14 July 2022

APM WC

2/52,711 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Based on 2711 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at £17

APMWC Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

This bus was supposed to arrive 18:30 we waited until 10:00pm and the drive very rude played loud music and we were very cold because he switched on aircon so the intire trip was mess I will never again book apm

Ntombizile M.

19 August 2024

Late as ever with no communication sent, nothing. I would never recommend to anyone

Cleopatra V.

10 June 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510,945 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 10945 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 Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at £19

Intercity Xpress Grahamstown Somerset West recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed the service of the drivers they were very helpful in answering questions. But the seats were not bending so that u sleep 😴

Sakheluxolo P.

7 January 2025

It was 3 hours late

Caleb V.

16 June 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,000 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

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Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Somerset West?

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Stops in Somerset West

A - Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Grahamstown to Somerset West

How far is Somerset West from Grahamstown by coach?
The journey from Grahamstown to Somerset West by coach covers an approximate distance of 445 miles (718 km).
Is there a way to reach Somerset West from Grahamstown without flying?
To travel from Grahamstown to Somerset West without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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£17

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The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Somerset West was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £41 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Intercity Xpress, Big Sky 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.