Bus from East London to Johannesburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Johannesburg on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flexi City ConnectBus
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
Johannesburg (Park Station)Cheapest
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Park Station, 96 Rissik St.Fastest
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    East London Windmill Park
    Park Station, 96 Rissik St.No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:33 AM SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Johannesburg

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Johannesburg. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    18bus per day
    14h 30mAverage Duration
    759 kmDistance
    19kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$28 - $115Average Duration14h 30m
    19kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average Price$55 - $117Average Duration13h 45m
    23kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Johannesburg by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Johannesburg?

      The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Johannesburg start from $28. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from East London to Johannesburg?

      The average bus travel time from East London to Johannesburg is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 759 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.

    3. Which bus companies service the East London to Johannesburg route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Milta Coaches, Citilink, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from East London to Johannesburg?

      The earliest bus departs from East London to Johannesburg at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Johannesburg?

      A bus trip from East London to Johannesburg generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from East London to Johannesburg?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Johannesburg?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from East London to Johannesburg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Johannesburg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    11-28
    $61
    11-29
    $105
    Today
    $35
    12-01
    $39
    12-02
    $39
    12-03
    $39
    12-04
    $34
    12-05
    $34
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Johannesburg was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $34

    To 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, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $34 to $117 for a bus ticket from East London to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-04.

    Usually Intercape 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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