Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 21 Siemert Rd, Johannesburg | Sasol Nelspruit, Cnr Samora Machel Dr & Bell St | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Park Station, 96 Rissik St. | NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street | No tags |
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Get from Johannesburg to Mbombela
The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Mbombela
Stops in Johannesburg
- B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica - C
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa - D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
Stops in Mbombela
- A
Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Intercape Office,, Opposite Promanade Hotel, 15 Samora Machel Drive, Nelspruit Central, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa - B
Nelspruit Evening
Total Super Motors, 4 Samora Machel Dr, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Mbombela by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Mbombela start from $28. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Mbombela is 5h, covering a distance of 301 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Etrago.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Mbombela route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Etrago, Citiliner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Mbombela at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Mbombela generates an estimated 7.5158249999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2121 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Mbombela?
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.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Mbombela was searched and found on Jul 13, 2026 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Mbombela, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $146 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mbombela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2026-07-14.
Usually Big Sky, 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.
