Bus Tickets from Johannesburg to Maputo

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TodayMay 9
from US$37
TomorrowMay 10
from US$37
SunMay 11
from US$37
MonMay 12
from US$37
TueMay 13
from US$35
WedMay 14
from US$33
ThuMay 15
FriMay 16

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo
    Operated by: LUCIANO LUXURY COACHESLUCIANO LUXURY COACHES
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo
    Operated by: LUCIANO LUXURY COACHESLUCIANO LUXURY COACHES
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo
    Operated by: LUCIANO LUXURY COACHESLUCIANO LUXURY COACHES
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Johannesburg to Maputo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure7:30am
Distance451 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Johannesburg to Maputo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Maputo

  1. How long does it take to get to Maputo from Johannesburg by bus?

    The typical travel time from Johannesburg to Maputo by bus is around 9h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Maputo in 7h

  2. What is the distance between Johannesburg and Maputo?

    The distance covered from Johannesburg to Maputo is 455 km (282 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg, and end it at Tropical Air Tours, in Maputo.

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

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Johannesburg to Maputo. With a starting ticket price of US$32, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo?

    The bus fare from Johannesburg to Maputo is approximately US$38.

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

Best price found
05-07
US$35
05-08
US$35
Today
US$35
05-10
US$35
05-11
US$35
05-12
US$35
05-13
US$33
05-14
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of US$31

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

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$71 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Maputo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31 which is on 2025-05-14.

Usually MAINLINER 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Maputo!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Johannesburg to Maputo.

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 Maputo.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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