How far is Grahamstown from King William’s Town by coach?

The journey from King William’s Town to Grahamstown by coach covers an approximate distance of 58 miles (94 km).

Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from King William’s Town without a car?

The best way to go from King William’s Town to Grahamstown without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

King William’s Town to Grahamstown from US$18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from King William’s Town to Grahamstown on 28 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:10	Engen Buffalo River 1 Stop	1h 40m	04:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
04:35	Railway Station	1h 30m	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
04:30	Railway Station	1h 45m	06:15	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
15:25	Railway Station	2h 25m	17:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
17:10	King Williams Town Railway Station	1h 45m	18:55	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures from King William’s Town to Grahamstown on 29 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:10	Engen Buffalo River 1 Stop	1h 40m	04:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
04:35	Railway Station	1h 30m	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
03:25	Railway Station	2h 5m	05:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
04:30	Railway Station	1h 45m	06:15	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
15:25	Railway Station	2h 25m	17:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

Next departures from King William’s Town to Grahamstown on 31 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:25	Railway Station	2h 25m	17:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
04:35	Railway Station	1h 30m	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
03:25	Railway Station	2h 5m	05:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
04:30	Railway Station	1h 45m	06:15	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
14:50	Railway Station	2h 10m	17:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

Bus King William’s Town to Grahamstown: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$27

Average bus trip duration1h 40m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure02:30

Distance58 miles

Latest bus departure20:35

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Intercape

3.5/541,956 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 41956 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 US$20

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

APM WC

2/52,313 reviews

Staff2.6

Timeliness1

Cleanliness2.6

WiFi0.5

Based on 2313 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 US$22

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/510,146 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 10146 reviews, the company was rated 3 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 US$23

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

Eagle Liner

2.5/59,691 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 9691 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at US$26

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,629 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 8629 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. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at US$26

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

Big Sky

3.5/52,571 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Based on 2571 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 US$23

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$19

ilulaBus King William’s Town Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I don't see myself using Ilula again, bus drivers were not friendly to people. When the bus is late I expect to get a message of apology or explanation that the bus is running late. We book the busses because we are calculating the time if arrival to our destinations

Sikelelwa M.

17 January 2023

ZA Bus Companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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Where are the popular stops in King William’s Town and Grahamstown?

Stops in King William’s Town

A - Railway Station

B - King Williams Town Railway Station

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Frequently asked questions on the trip King William’s Town - Grahamstown

How far is Grahamstown from King William’s Town by coach?
The journey from King William’s Town to Grahamstown by coach covers an approximate distance of 58 miles (94 km).
Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from King William’s Town without a car?
The best way to go from King William’s Town to Grahamstown without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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The cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Grahamstown was searched and found on 29 Aug 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$30 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-08-29.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.

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Bus King William’s Town to Grahamstown: Trip Overview

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