Bus Tickets from Johannesburg to Kimberley

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Kimberley
    Destination location: Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Kimberley
    Destination location: Kimberley (Shell Ultra City) - Shell Ultra City, N12, Kimberley, 8301
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Kimberley
    Destination location: Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Kimberley
    Destination location: Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Kimberley
    Destination location: Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape SleeplinerIntercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Johannesburg to Kimberley: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$30
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 10m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure9:00am
Distance430 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Johannesburg to Kimberley Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Johannesburg to Kimberley, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Kimberley

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

    The bus ride from Johannesburg to Kimberley takes 7h 10m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Kimberley in about 5h 40m.

  2. How far is Johannesburg from Kimberley?

    The distance between Johannesburg and Kimberley is around 430 km (267 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg, and end it at Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre), in Kimberley.

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

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Johannesburg to Kimberley. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$20, making this your best choice for this trip.

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

    The bus fare from Johannesburg to Kimberley is approximately US$30.

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

Best price found
04-28
US$25
04-29
US$20
Today
US$25
05-01
US$20
05-02
US$20
05-03
US$21
05-04
US$24
05-05
US$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Kimberley was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Kimberley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually SLEEPLINER, greyhound_za_premium, BIG SKY EXPRESS 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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Did you know?

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