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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney | Johannesburg | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | East London Windmill Park shopping mall | Johannesburg | No tags |
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Get from East London to Johannesburg South
The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Johannesburg South by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from East London to Johannesburg South?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Johannesburg South start from $63. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from East London to Johannesburg South?
The average bus travel time from East London to Johannesburg South is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 758 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.
Which bus companies service the East London to Johannesburg South route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jacobs Coaches, Intercity Xpress.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from East London to Johannesburg South?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Johannesburg South at 3:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Johannesburg South?
A bus trip from East London to Johannesburg South generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from East London to Johannesburg South?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 11029 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Johannesburg South?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercity Xpress has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from East London to Johannesburg South?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with a punctuality rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Johannesburg South?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercity Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from East London to Johannesburg South was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East London to Johannesburg South, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $65 for a bus ticket from East London to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-05.
