How long is the bus ride from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

The typical travel time from Harrismith to Johannesburg by bus is around 3h 20m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Johannesburg in 2h 45m

How far is Harrismith from Johannesburg?

It's about 255 km (158 miles) from Harrismith to Johannesburg.

How many times do buses run from Harrismith to Johannesburg every day?

There's a daily bus trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg. It typically leaves at 12:15am and is operated by Intercape.

What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

You can catch the first bus starting at 12:15am and the last one until 11:55pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

Buses departing from Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) in Harrismith will take you to Johannesburg Airport in Johannesburg.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

The least expensive option to go from Harrismith to Johannesburg would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$11, making this your best choice for this trip.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

You can expect to pay around US$27 for the bus ride from Harrismith to Johannesburg.

Can you take a day trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

Yes, a day trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg is definitely doable. You'll spend about 5h 30m on the round-trip journey between Harrismith and Johannesburg. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Johannesburg.

Harrismith to Johannesburg Bus Tickets

TomorrowNov 23

from US$11

SunNov 24

from US$11

MonNov 25

from US$11

TueNov 26

WedNov 27

ThuNov 28

FriNov 29

from US$11

SatNov 30

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: November 23 at 10:15am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Arrival time: November 23 at 2:05pm
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: November 23 at 12:25pm
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: HARRISMITH - WIMPY BERGVIEW, BERGVIEW, WARDEN STREET, HARRISMITH, 9880
Arrival time: November 23 at 3:15pm
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 50m
Departure time: November 23 at 1:10am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 23 at 6:10am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: November 23 at 2:25am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 23 at 5:45am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 20m
Departure time: November 23 at 2:55am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 23 at 6:15am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Big Sky Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 20m

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:02 PM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: November 25 at 10:15am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Arrival time: November 25 at 2:05pm
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: November 25 at 12:25pm
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: HARRISMITH - WIMPY BERGVIEW, BERGVIEW, WARDEN STREET, HARRISMITH, 9880
Arrival time: November 25 at 3:15pm
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 50m
Departure time: November 25 at 1:10am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 25 at 5:45am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
Departure time: November 25 at 1:10am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 25 at 6:10am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: November 25 at 3:00am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 25 at 5:55am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 55m

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:48 PM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: November 29 at 10:15am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Arrival time: November 29 at 2:05pm
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: November 29 at 3:05am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 29 at 5:50am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 45m
Departure time: November 29 at 1:10am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 29 at 5:45am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
Departure time: November 29 at 1:10am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 29 at 6:10am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h
Departure time: November 29 at 2:55am
Departure city: Harrismith
Departure location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Arrival time: November 29 at 6:15am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Operated by: Big Sky Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 20m

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:06 PM SAST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Bus Harrismith to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$27

Average Bus Trip Duration3h 20m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance255 km

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Intercape

3.5/535,941 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Many users appreciated the overall travel experience, highlighting that the staff was impressive and drivers were skilled. However, a common concern mentioned in multiple reviews is punctuality issues, with buses arriving significantly late on several occasions. Despite these delays, travelers generally found their journeys to be pleasant once underway.

Intercape Mainliner Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus arrived an hour late .I even assume that it was gone because I arrived at departing station 2minutes after departure time.

David N.

November 28, 2023

The experience experience was good because we had amazing drivers who drove very good from Harrismith to JHB but punctuality was the only problem as they were 2-3 hrs late. Beside this everything was amazing.

Lehlohonolo M.

November 26, 2023

Better next when making bookings, we should book seats because it was two of us and we had to be separated, apart from that it was good.

Limpho L.

September 18, 2023

Eagle Liner

2.5/57,125 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the uncomfortable seats and lack of functioning toilets on long-distance trips. Additionally, there were complaints about late arrivals causing significant delays in reaching destinations. Some reviewers also mentioned the need for improved hygiene practices.

Eagle Liner Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The seats were dirty and broken, the bus kept having mechanical problems and the trip was longer than expected

Lahliwe P.

August 9, 2024

We arrived 2 hours after the scheduled time of arrival, and the bus kept making long unnecessary stops along the way.

Nthabeleng M.

July 12, 2024

I did not enjoy anything with the trip! In fact it was horrible. The driver arrived in time yes but took forever in the garage and he was also mean to customers. The service was horrible! Never am I booking your bus again, respectfully.

Simphiwe N.

June 8, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/57,160 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

Based on 7160 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at US$18.00

Intercity Xpress Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

I am very dissatisfied with the service. I booked a bus for 1h10 am and the bus got there 2h45. No one cared about my safety im really sad

Ntokozo Happyness T.

September 5, 2023

Very disappointed. The call centre agent was helpful (when I finally got through) though she did not sound enthusiastic.

Jordan A.

December 28, 2021

Have see a lot of improvement, will consider it again

Komi A.

November 12, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/51,515 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.7

Based on 1515 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$19.00

Big Sky Express Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus wasn’t well equipped for the road as we were stuck on the side of the road for four hours. Furthermore, the water closet made the whole bus reek.

Kelebogile M.

February 4, 2024

It was cold, no aircons were used.

Reabetsoe M.

June 21, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/56,297 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.1

Based on 6297 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at US$15.00

Citiliner Plus Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The driver of the bus was so inconsiderate, unprofessional and disrespectful. He was on the phone from my pickup point to arrival. He was texting, on social media and talking on the phone. He stopped along the way on the side of the road, on a very dangerous spot ( the oncoming vehicles were even hooting) just to have a quick cigarette smoke. As we proceeded along the way, he stopped the bus again behind a truck to have a quick meet and greet with the truck driver

Nzongola M.

June 22, 2024

Worst experience ever!!! The bus was 2hrs 30mins late.

Asanda N.

January 31, 2024

The bus did not pick me and I was left stranded

Craig M.

August 21, 2022

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

Harrismith to Johannesburg Buses

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Harrismith to Johannesburg from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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Where are the popular stops in Harrismith and Johannesburg?

Stops in Harrismith

A - Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)

Stops in Johannesburg

A - Johannesburg Airport

B - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

C - Bethrams

D - Eaglecity Kerk Street

E - Kerk Street

F - Southgate Shopping Centre

Frequently asked questions on the trip Harrismith - Johannesburg

How long is the bus ride from Harrismith to Johannesburg?
The typical travel time from Harrismith to Johannesburg by bus is around 3h 20m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Johannesburg in 2h 45m
How far is Harrismith from Johannesburg?
It's about 255 km (158 miles) from Harrismith to Johannesburg.
How many times do buses run from Harrismith to Johannesburg every day?
There's a daily bus trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg. It typically leaves at 12:15am and is operated by Intercape.
What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg?
You can catch the first bus starting at 12:15am and the last one until 11:55pm. To ensure a smooth trip, consider arriving at the station early for check-in.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Harrismith to Johannesburg?
Buses departing from Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) in Harrismith will take you to Johannesburg Airport in Johannesburg.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Harrismith to Johannesburg?
The least expensive option to go from Harrismith to Johannesburg would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$11, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg?
You can expect to pay around US$27 for the bus ride from Harrismith to Johannesburg.
Can you take a day trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg?
Yes, a day trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg is definitely doable. You'll spend about 5h 30m on the round-trip journey between Harrismith and Johannesburg. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Johannesburg.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-20

US$16

11-21

US$16

Today

US$16

11-23

US$9

11-24

US$9

11-25

US$9

11-26

US$9

11-27

US$9

The cheapest trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg was searched and found on Nov 26, 2024 with a price of US$9

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

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Harrismith to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9 which is on 2024-11-26.

Usually MAINLINER, BIGTREE 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Harrismith and Johannesburg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Harrismith to Johannesburg.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Tickets from Harrismith to Johannesburg

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

Bus Harrismith to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Compare bus companies

Intercape Mainliner Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Eagle Liner Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Intercity Xpress Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Big Sky Express Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Citiliner Plus Harrismith Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Harrismith to Johannesburg Buses

Where are the popular stops in Harrismith and Johannesburg?

Frequently asked questions on the trip Harrismith - Johannesburg

How long is the bus ride from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

How far is Harrismith from Johannesburg?

How many times do buses run from Harrismith to Johannesburg every day?

What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

How much does it cost to take the bus from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

Can you take a day trip from Harrismith to Johannesburg?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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