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Bus Johannesburg to Cape Town: Trip Overview
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Johannesburg to Cape Town Bus
With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.
Bus service from Johannesburg to Cape Town will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cape Town from Johannesburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Cape Town?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Cape Town
How much is the coach fare from Johannesburg to Cape Town?
For coach travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town, ticket prices typically start at US$18 and can reach a maximum of US$92. The cost of tickets can fluctuate based on factors like the time of day, the company, and the class you choose. Use Busbud to compare prices and amenities offered by different companies, ensuring you find the most favorable deals and promotions.
How long is the coach ride from Johannesburg to Cape Town?
The average duration for a trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town by coach is around 18h 55m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 12h. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.
At what time is the first coach from Johannesburg to Cape Town?
The first coach to Cape Town from Johannesburg departs at 07:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
How far is Cape Town from Johannesburg by coach?
The distance between Johannesburg and Cape Town by coach is approximately 784 miles (1263 km).
What is the best way to go from Johannesburg to Cape Town without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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$21 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$21, which is on 2025-04-25.
Usually MAINLINER, WEZWECOACHES 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
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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Popular Buses Connecting Johannesburg
Buses Leaving from Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria
- Coach Johannesburg - Harare
- Bus Johannesburg - Kimberley
- Johannesburg - Gaborone
- Bus from Johannesburg to Richards Bay
- Coach Johannesburg - Upington
- Bus Johannesburg - Butterworth
- Johannesburg - Nelspruit
- Bus from Johannesburg to Queenstown
- Coach Johannesburg - Newcastle
- Bus Johannesburg - Hoedspruit
- Johannesburg - Matatiele
- Bus from Johannesburg to Polokwane
- Coach Johannesburg - George
- Bus Johannesburg - Idutywa
Buses Going to Johannesburg
- Bus from Midrand to Johannesburg
- Coach Lenasia - Johannesburg
- Bus Lenasia South - Johannesburg
- Klerksdorp - Johannesburg
- Bus from Centurion to Johannesburg
- Coach Springs - Johannesburg
- Bus George - Johannesburg
- Nelspruit - Johannesburg
- Bus from Queenstown to Johannesburg
- Coach Pretoria - Johannesburg
- Bus Kuruman - Johannesburg
- Mount Frere - Johannesburg
- Bus from Postmasburg to Johannesburg
- Coach Kimberley - Johannesburg
- Bus Upington - Johannesburg
Popular Buses Connecting Cape Town
Buses Leaving from Cape Town
- Bus from Cape Town to George
- Coach Cape Town - Bloemfontein
- Bus Cape Town - Somerset West
- Cape Town - Windhoek
- Bus from Cape Town to Harare
- Coach Cape Town - Bellville
- Bus Cape Town - Knysna
- Cape Town - Mossel Bay
- Bus from Cape Town to Durban
- Coach Cape Town - Plettenberg Bay
- Bus Cape Town - Butterworth
- Cape Town - Idutywa
- Bus from Cape Town to King William’s Town
- Coach Cape Town - Swellendam
- Bus Cape Town - Kimberley
Buses Going to Cape Town
- Bus from Bellville to Cape Town
- Coach Durban - Cape Town
- Bus Heidelberg - Cape Town
- Worcester - Cape Town
- Bus from Knysna to Cape Town
- Coach Ashton - Cape Town
- Bus Bloemfontein - Cape Town
- Mossel Bay - Cape Town
- Bus from Richards Bay to Cape Town
- Coach Matatiele - Cape Town
- Bus King William’s Town - Cape Town
- Plettenberg Bay - Cape Town
- Bus from George to Cape Town
- Coach Ngcobo - Cape Town
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Coach Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Bus Pretoria - Cape Town
- Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
- Coach Johannesburg - Bloemfontein
- Bus Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth
- Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from East London to Cape Town
- Coach East London - Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - East London
- Johannesburg - East London
- Bus from Cape Town to Pretoria
- Coach Queenstown - Cape Town
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg
Popular airport transfers
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- Bus to Cape Town
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