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TodayApr 4
from US$34
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from US$33
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 5 at
    Departure city: Umzimkulu
    Departure location: Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 5 at
    Departure city: Umzimkulu
    Departure location: Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 5 at
    Departure city: Umzimkulu
    Departure location: Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape BudgetlinerIntercape Budgetliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 5 at
    Departure city: Umzimkulu
    Departure location: Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 5 at
    Departure city: Umzimkulu
    Departure location: UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Umzimkulu to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure11:30am
Distance490 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Umzimkulu to Johannesburg Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Umzimkulu - Johannesburg

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

    The trip from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg will take on average 8h 15m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 7h 5m.

  2. What is the distance between Umzimkulu and Johannesburg?

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

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56), in Umzimkulu, and end it at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg.

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

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Johannesburg from Umzimkulu; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$24, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg?

    Taking the bus from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg costs on average US$39.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Umzimkulu until 11:45pm and reaching Johannesburg on the following day.

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

Best price found
04-02
US$27
04-03
US$22
Today
US$31
04-05
US$36
04-06
US$31
04-07
US$31
04-08
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04-09
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg was searched and found on Apr 3, 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 Umzimkulu to Johannesburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$59 for a bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29 which is on 2025-04-09.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

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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 Umzimkulu to Johannesburg.

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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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