How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North start from $21. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?

The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 235 miles (379 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa , ilulaBus , Webber Coaches .

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

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North generates an estimated 9 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citiliner , with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:35pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 40m	9:15pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 30m	9:50pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 10m	3:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 50m	9:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	7h 55m	12:55am	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:35pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 40m	9:15pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 30m	9:50pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 10m	3:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 50m	9:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	7h 55m	12:55am	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:35pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 40m	9:15pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 30m	9:50pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 10m	3:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 50m	9:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	7h 55m	12:55am	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 15m	11:45pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 30m	9:50pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 10m	3:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 50m	9:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	7h 55m	12:55am	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:35pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 40m	9:15pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Cheapest
Bus	3:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	6h 30m	9:50pm	ALIWAL NORTH - ENGEN GARAGE, ALIWAL NOORD, N6 HIGHWAY	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 10m	3:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	7h 50m	9:20pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	7h 55m	12:55am	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:11 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

235 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Aliwal North?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
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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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 Aliwal North

A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,099 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers have mixed opinions about the service. Some mention that it was fine, but they had to wait for a long time and arrived late. Others praise the great customer service and friendly staff, although there were slight delays in arrival time.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews

I was very disappointed with Intercape.The bus was suppose to arrive at 13:00 but it arrived 15:00 .It was 2 hours late. If we wanted to depart late ,we would have booked a bus that leaves later in the day.There is a reason why we chose the 13:00 bus

Eyethu N.

December 6, 2024

I was not satisfied at all.1. The bus was an hour late and it never managed to catch up with time, hence I arrived late for my transport. 2. My bag was wet, when I got home some of my clothes were wet also.

Sylvester N.

October 14, 2023

It was Fine, but we waited for so long and ended up arriving late with almost 3 hours, I struggled finding taxi to Sterkpruit now because it's late already. I will be sleeping on the shell garage chairs until the morning.

Seapear D.

July 7, 2023

APM WC

2/52,756 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2756 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $21

APMWC Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews

Reckless driving from the driver completly unprofessional

Mikhulu S.

September 27, 2025

They scammed me the buss didn't arrive

Sibabalwe M.

August 3, 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,349 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

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

3/511,055 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

According to customer reviews, the service provided by Greyhound bus has been consistently disappointing. Customers have reported delays and late arrivals, as well as poor communication and unhelpful staff. These issues seem to be recurring problems that have led some customers to switch to other bus companies such as Intercape.

Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Aliwal North recent customer reviews

It was amazing!!❤️ I saw the comments before I booked..most of them cared me I’m glad I went to see for myself everything was the absolute opposite of what I have read..anyway I’m very satisfied and I will ride with express again❤️

Nonkosi M.

February 8, 2025

I am very unhappy of the fact that Greyhound bus service did not excist in PE and I was not informed of that and which service busliner I now had to use from PE to Aliwal North, thanks to another bus services provider who told us which company to use

Lourens S.

March 20, 2022

Very pleasant

Bulelani A.

September 24, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,069 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Citiliner

3.5/51,940 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.9

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

Webber Coaches

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North start from $21. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 235 miles (379 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North generates an estimated 9 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 Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

11/27

$32

11/28

$35

Today

$25

11/30

$25

12/01

$24

12/02

$22

12/03

$24

12/04

$22

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $22

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 Aliwal North, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $68 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Intercape, Big Sky, Citiliner 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.