Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Grahamstown travel guide

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With a population of 91,548, Grahamstown is a must-see destination in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Grahamstown to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Grahamstown

Grahamstown in December
Estimated hotel price
£32
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grahamstown in December
Estimated hotel price
£32
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Grahamstown

Plane

Although Grahamstown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is located 114 km from Grahamstown. The shortest flight to Grahamstown from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 24h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Grahamstown is to pick up a car hire from Port Elizabeth, which is about 112 km from Grahamstown. You’ll find branches of Firefly and 1First Car Rental, among others, in Port Elizabeth.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Grahamstown, including APM, Intercape and Big Sky InterCity. From East London, the bus ride to Grahamstown takes 386 km and will cost you around £28. From George, the ticket costs about £16 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

Although Grahamstown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Port Elizabeth (PLZ), which is located 114 km from Grahamstown. The shortest flight to Grahamstown from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 24h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Grahamstown is to pick up a car hire from Port Elizabeth, which is about 112 km from Grahamstown. You’ll find branches of Firefly and 1First Car Rental, among others, in Port Elizabeth.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Grahamstown, including APM, Intercape and Big Sky InterCity. From East London, the bus ride to Grahamstown takes 386 km and will cost you around £28. From George, the ticket costs about £16 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Grahamstown

ELSEast London
PLZPort Elizabeth

Airlines serving Grahamstown

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,447 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,217 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,564 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,068 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
South African
Good (32 reviews)
FlySafair
Excellent (113 reviews)
Cemair
Good (16 reviews)
Airlink
Excellent (67 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grahamstown

Average rates range from around £50 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £1,242 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Grahamstown

Most booked hotels in Grahamstown

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A Stone's Throw Accommodation
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£42+
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Bartholomew's Loft
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£41+
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Graham Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£45+
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Hiring a car in Grahamstown

Expect to pay £0.90 per litre in Grahamstown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.69 and £14.25.

Expect to pay £0.90 per litre in Grahamstown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.69 and £14.25.

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