Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting comfortable and well-maintained buses, professional staff, and smooth journeys. Many appreciated helpful crew members who assisted at border crossings. However, some noted issues such as late departures and crowded seating arrangements. Overall satisfaction remains high due to efficient booking services and clean amenities on board.
I really enjoyed the fact we had seat numbers for a change which made our live easy as we were traveling in group.
5 out of 5 stars
Tshepiso Primrose L.
the bus arrived late. we only left around 11pm.
the toilet was smelling bad. tv dont work. no internet, they need to put internet. driver wont allow injured passenger to go out on stops to relax. so many
2 out of 5 stars
Eddy H.
We waited for the bus for 3 hours and it delayed us to arrive the estimated time we had planned
Users have praised the friendly and helpful staff as well as the overall route. However, there were consistent mentions of significant delays at departure times and issues with seat quality, including broken seats.
Based on 47 reviews, the company was rated 1.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Etrago ticket prices on this trip start at $56
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Maputo by bus
What is the distance between Johannesburg and Maputo?
The distance covered from Johannesburg to Maputo is 455 km (282 miles).
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-24
$42
11-25
$42
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$42
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$42
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$42
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$42
11-30
$35
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$42
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $35
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 $35 to $108 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 $35 which is on 2025-11-30.
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.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $35
