Bus Tickets from Gaborone to Johannesburg

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Gaborone
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Gaborone
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)
    Arrival time: May 9 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: May 9 at
    Departure city: Gaborone
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)
    Arrival time: May 9 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: May 9 at
    Departure city: Gaborone
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Gaborone to Johannesburg

Average PriceUS$35 - US$52Average Duration7h 50m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
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Average PriceUS$35 - US$52Average Duration8h 30m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Johannesburg. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
7h 50mAverage Duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gaborone to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance274 km

Gaborone to Johannesburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gaborone - Johannesburg

  1. How long is the bus trip from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    The bus ride from Gaborone to Johannesburg takes 7h 50m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 7h 50m.

  2. How far is Gaborone from Johannesburg?

    The distance covered from Gaborone to Johannesburg is 276 km (171 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Gaborone, in Gaborone, and end it at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Gaborone to Johannesburg. Starting at US$35, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Gaborone to Johannesburg?

    The bus fare from Gaborone to Johannesburg is approximately US$39.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-06
US$28
05-07
US$29
Today
US$29
05-09
US$29
05-10
US$29
05-11
US$29
05-12
US$29
05-13
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gaborone to Johannesburg was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of US$28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gaborone to Johannesburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Gaborone 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 2025-05-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Gaborone to Johannesburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gaborone to Johannesburg, get comfy and count the stars.

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

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

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