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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: February 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: BARAGWANATH
    Arrival time: February 2 at
    Destination city: Umzimkulu
    Destination location: UMZIMKHULU
    Operated by: LUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORTLUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORT
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: February 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
    Arrival time: February 2 at
    Destination city: Umzimkulu
    Destination location: UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: February 2 at
    Destination city: Umzimkulu
    Destination location: Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: February 2 at
    Destination city: Umzimkulu
    Destination location: Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: February 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: JOHANNESBURG
    Arrival time: February 2 at
    Destination city: Umzimkulu
    Destination location: UMZIMKHULU
    Operated by: LUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORTLUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORT
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Johannesburg to Umzimkulu: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$35
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 45m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure5:00pm
Distance488 km
Latest bus departure8:00pm

Johannesburg to Umzimkulu Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Umzimkulu

  1. How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu?

    The trip from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu will take on average 8h 45m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 6h 10m.

  2. How far is Johannesburg from Umzimkulu?

    It's about 489 km (303 miles) from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu.

  3. How many times do buses run from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu every day?

    In general, there are about 6 buses operating on this route, provided by Intercape, LUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORT and BIGTREE.

  4. What are the departure times for the first and last bus from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu?

    You can catch the first bus starting at 5:00pm and the last one until 8:00pm. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

  5. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu?

    Buses departing from Johannesburg Airport in Johannesburg will take you to Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) in Umzimkulu.

  6. What is the cheapest way to travel from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Umzimkulu from Johannesburg; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$22, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  7. How much does it cost to take the bus from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu?

    You can expect to pay around US$35 for the bus ride from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu.

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

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01-29
US$20
01-30
US$24
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US$24
02-01
US$21
02-02
US$37
02-03
US$29
02-04
US$26
02-05
US$26
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$79 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21 which is on 2025-02-01.

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 Johannesburg and Umzimkulu!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Johannesburg to Umzimkulu will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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