Grahamstown travel guide
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You're Going to Love Grahamstown
With a population of 91.548, Grahamstown is a must-see destination in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Grahamstown has to offer.
When to visit Grahamstown
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 19h 50m.
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 Hertz and 1First Car Rental, among others, in Port Elizabeth.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Grahamstown, including APM, Williams Coach Tours and Intercity Xpress. From East London, the bus ride to Grahamstown takes 386 km and will cost you around £30. From Cape Town, the ticket costs about £39 for a journey of 990 km.
Airlines serving Grahamstown
Where to stay in Grahamstown
Average rates range from around £45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £316 and up for a 5-star experience.