How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad start at R 420. The average price for this route is around R 765. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad is 11h, covering a distance of 521 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Kokstad route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad at 05:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44695 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

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 Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?

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.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Kokstad from R 372 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	15:45	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	12h 20m	04:05	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	06:00	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	11h 50m	17:50	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	05:30	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	11h	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	15:45	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	12h 20m	04:05	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	15:45	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	12h 20m	04:05	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	15:45	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	12h 20m	04:05	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Next departures from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	10h 25m	06:20	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	Fastest
Bus	17:30	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	11h	04:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	05:15	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 15m	16:30	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	19:25	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	11h	06:25	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:41 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours, and with fares starting at just R 420, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

11hAverage duration

521 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Kokstad?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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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 Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa

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Intercape

3.5/545 086 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have expressed appreciation for the comfort and safety provided by the bus service, highlighting good facilities, comfortable seating, cleanliness, and attentive customer service. However, there are consistent mentions of delays in arrival times at pick-up points without communication or apologies from the office. Some users also noted issues with time management during stops to fetch passengers.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Kokstad recent customer reviews

It was comfortable and clean, and most importantly, the drivers ensured our safety and made sure to be exactly on time.

Zime K.

23 March 2025

Delayed bus ,too much smelly in the toilets …….the drivers are very nice and willingly assisting

Thandeka N.

3 November 2024

Bus was suppose pick me up at 9pm but it was 4 hours late, I arrived at my destination at 13:00 instead of 8:00 am therefore I missed my appointment for the Day and driver told us he had wiper problem

Lindo K.

20 October 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511 640 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Customers generally express satisfaction with their trips, enjoying the overall experience. However, there have been mentions of an unpleasant odor on some buses.

Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Kokstad recent customer reviews

Arrived 3hrs later and we were 5 hrs behind the set arrival time because it was too slow on the way

Kwanele G.

16 November 2024

The bus arrived before the stipulated time and did not bother to call me. I then asked at half past 6 where the bus was from the Eagle liner bus driver and they called and I was told that the bus was already m Grahamstown, which is roughly two hours away from Port Elizabeth and my bus ticket was for 5:35am.

Esihle N.

12 November 2024

I didn't enjoy anything cause the bus left without me I tried calling the office but the person who responded was very rude and I had to book other ticket without my other ticket

Rorisang M.

3 November 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53 285 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.5

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting comfortable rides and friendly drivers. However, there were mentions of non-functional charging ports during the journey.

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Kokstad recent customer reviews

Very good,comfortable and friendly drivers except for the charging ports not working

Lehakwe M.

29 June 2024

Warm and friendly especially the driver of 813 free and good communication with the passengers

Peter P.

18 June 2024

The bus was cold through out the trip. Whole 11 hours . Drivers were told many times about that

Fezisa M.

31 October 2023

APM WC

2/52 947 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad start at R 420. The average price for this route is around R 765. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
The average bus journey time from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad is 11h, covering a distance of 521 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Kokstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad at 05:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
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 Port Elizabeth to Kokstad?
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.

Best price found

28/12

R 702

29/12

R 787

Today

R 1 062

31/12

R 462

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 462

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

You can expect to pay from R 462 to R 1 392 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 462, which is on 2025-12-31.

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.