How much is the bus ticket from East London to Queenstown?

The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Queenstown start from $13. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 East London to Queenstown?

The average bus trip duration from East London to Queenstown is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 98 miles (158 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport .

Which bus companies service the East London to Queenstown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Hope Diamond Transport , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , ilulaBus , Big Sky , Citilink , Delta Coaches , Flexi City Connect , Greyhound South Africa , Atlantic , APM WC , Badela , Nobles , Wez We Coaches , Makalala Transport , Chilwans Express , FF Gertse .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Queenstown?

The earliest bus departs from East London to Queenstown at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Queenstown?

A bus trip from East London to Queenstown generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from East London to Queenstown?

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 45204 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Queenstown?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citilink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from East London to Queenstown?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 East London to Queenstown?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Hope Diamond Transport , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus East London to Queenstown from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Queenstown on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:20pm	Queenstown Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	East London Station	1h 30m	6:30pm	Queenstown Train Station	Fastest
Bus	3:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	4h	7:30pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	East London Windmill Park	3h	7:00pm	Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:05pm	Queenstown Station	No tags

Next departures for East London to Queenstown on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:20pm	Queenstown Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	East London Station	1h 30m	6:30pm	Queenstown Train Station	Fastest
Bus	3:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	4h	7:30pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	East London Windmill Park	3h	7:00pm	Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:05pm	Queenstown Station	No tags

Next departures for East London to Queenstown on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:20pm	Queenstown Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	East London Station	1h 30m	6:30pm	Queenstown Train Station	Fastest
Bus	3:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	4h	7:30pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	East London Windmill Park	3h	7:00pm	Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:05pm	Queenstown Station	No tags

Next departures for East London to Queenstown on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:20pm	Queenstown Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	East London Station	1h 30m	6:30pm	Queenstown Train Station	Fastest
Bus	3:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	4h	7:30pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	East London Windmill Park	3h	7:00pm	Shell Ultra City - 2 Cathcart Rd.	No tags
Bus	4:45pm	Railway Station	3h 20m	8:05pm	Queenstown Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Queenstown

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Queenstown. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3shuttle per day

3hAverage Duration

98 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $91	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$27 - $76	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in East London and Queenstown?

Stops in East London

A
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
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D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Stops in Queenstown

A
Queenstown Station
14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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B
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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C
Railway Station
Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,385 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

The shuttle to Kingwilliams town in East London was on time and the drivers were accommodating, providing a smooth ride. Passengers also behaved well during the journey.

Intercape Sleepliner East London Queenstown recent customer reviews

I am so dissatisfied with their service firstly the bus arrived later than expected and along the way it had a breakdown. I got to my anticipated destination 2 hours late. I am so unhappy and I will not use their services again

Nomahlubi P.

August 3, 2025

The drivers were very accommodating and drove well. Passengers were also well behaved. Smooth ride.

Mavis M.

March 5, 2024

The shuttle to Kingwilliams town in East London was on time and we travelled very well

Sonwabile B.

December 9, 2023

Hope Diamond Transport

3/5137 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1

Eagle Liner

3/510,997 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Intercity Xpress

3/511,831 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

ilulaBus

2/5825 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi0.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,339 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Citilink

2/514 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi2.5

Delta Coaches

1.5/54,068 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.3

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5161 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,358 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Atlantic

1/511 reviews

Staff1

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

APM WC

2/53,019 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Badela

3.5/5272 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2

Nobles

2/558 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.6

Wez We Coaches

1.5/5556 reviews

Staff1.8

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.6

Wifi0.4

Makalala Transport

3/5235 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.2

Chilwans Express

FF Gertse

1.5/5456 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness0.5

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from East London to Queenstown, ZA 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 East London to Queenstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Queenstown start from $13. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 East London to Queenstown?
The average bus trip duration from East London to Queenstown is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 98 miles (158 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport.
Which bus companies service the East London to Queenstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Hope Diamond Transport, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, ilulaBus, Big Sky, Citilink, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Atlantic, APM WC, Badela, Nobles, Wez We Coaches, Makalala Transport, Chilwans Express, FF Gertse.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Queenstown?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Queenstown at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Queenstown?
A bus trip from East London to Queenstown generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from East London to Queenstown?
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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Queenstown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citilink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from East London to Queenstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 East London to Queenstown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Hope Diamond Transport, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

01/05

$28

01/06

$28

Today

$21

01/08

$24

01/09

$24

01/10

$24

01/11

No data

01/12

$20

The cheapest trip from East London to Queenstown, ZA was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $93 for a bus ticket from East London to Queenstown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually Intercity Xpress 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.