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TodayApr 28
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg Park Station, Johannesburg
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Cape Town
    Operated by: Wez We CoachesWez We Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg Park Station, Johannesburg
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Cape Town
    Operated by: Wez We CoachesWez We Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape SleeplinerIntercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Big Sky ExpressBig Sky Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Johannesburg to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$43
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 55m
Number of daily buses37
Earliest bus departure7:15am
Distance1245 km
Latest bus departure8:30pm

Johannesburg to Cape Town Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Cape Town

  1. How long does it take to get to Cape Town from Johannesburg by bus?

    The trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town will take on average 18h 55m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Cape Town in 12h

  2. What is the distance between Johannesburg and Cape Town?

    The distance between Johannesburg and Cape Town is around 1263 km (784 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg, and end it at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. In Cape Town.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town. With a starting ticket price of US$17, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

    Taking the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town costs on average US$43.

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

Best price found
04-26
US$24
04-27
US$42
Today
US$23
04-29
US$22
04-30
US$22
05-01
US$22
05-02
US$22
05-03
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$72 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-04-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Johannesburg to Cape Town.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Johannesburg to Cape Town, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Johannesburg to Cape Town.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Cape Town, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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