How long is the trip from Johannesburg to Nelspruit by bus?

The trip from Johannesburg to Nelspruit will take on average 4h 45m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 45m.

What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

The distance between Johannesburg and Nelspruit is approximately 305 km (189 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

Buses departing from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg will take you to Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive in Nelspruit.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Nelspruit from Johannesburg; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$15, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

How much does the bus ticket cost from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?

You can expect to pay around US$32 for the bus ride from Johannesburg to Nelspruit.

Johannesburg to Nelspruit Bus Tickets

TodayJun 6

from US$42

TomorrowJun 7

from US$28

SunJun 8

from US$22

MonJun 9

from US$22

TueJun 10

from US$22

WedJun 11

from US$22

ThuJun 12

from US$22

FriJun 13

from US$22

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: June 7 at 9:00pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: June 8 at 1:25am
Destination city: Nelspruit
Destination location: Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: June 7 at 9:00pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: June 8 at 1:25am
Destination city: Nelspruit
Destination location: Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
Departure time: June 7 at 1:30pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: June 7 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Nelspruit
Destination location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 45m
Departure time: June 7 at 9:00pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: June 8 at 1:25am
Destination city: Nelspruit
Destination location: Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
Departure time: June 7 at 8:00am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Arrival time: June 7 at 2:10pm
Destination city: Nelspruit
Destination location: NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$15 - US$56	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average PriceUS$28 - US$34	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruit

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Nelspruit. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 45mAverage Duration

US$15Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Johannesburg to Nelspruit: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$32

Average Bus Trip Duration4h 45m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure7:30am

Distance305 km

Latest bus departure9:00pm

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Intercape

3.5/540,100 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and professional drivers. The cleanliness of the buses is also appreciated by many passengers. However, some reviews mention occasional delays due to unnecessary stops or extended stays at certain locations. Additionally, there are suggestions for clearer communication regarding station announcements and better address information for specific stations like Betrams.

Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Nelspruit recent customer reviews

HORRIBLE ,TERRIBLE andNEVER again will I use intercape services,2 hours late,never again, and these is happening for the time time,disgustinh

Zanele D.

January 15, 2025

Was traveling from jhb to nelspruit. Our bus got stuck two hours into the drive. We set there in there bus for 9 hours before another coach could be sent to fetch us. That was the worst expirience also being my first time to use your services. Bad impression that will last

Samkelisiwe K.

November 23, 2024

We had a tire puncture and it took hours to fix it. It will be great to fix and service buses before going on the road

Fadzai M.

November 1, 2024

Etrago

2/530 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0

Users have reported that the buses are clean and well-equipped, offering amenities like working charging ports and complimentary water before departure. However, some passengers experienced a lack of communication regarding mid-trip bus changes, which led to confusion during their journey. Overall, the trips were described as quick and comfortable.

ETRAGO Johannesburg Nelspruit recent customer reviews

The bus was clean and it had everything that I needed during the trip such as working charging ports and they gave us water before departure which I find very thoughtful

Yonela M.

April 22, 2025

The trip in general was quick and comfortable. The only reason I only gave three stars is due to the fact that we had to change buses midway and we weren't properly notified about it. If I hadn't asked the driver how long it would take to reach our destination, he wouldn't have notified us about the changeover.

John O.

April 17, 2025

The bus did not depart at 17:00 instead it did so at 18:35!!! there’s no inclusivity there everyone speaks portuguese instead of using the language we all understand ENGLISH

Monwabisi M.

March 28, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,947 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Passengers generally had a positive experience with the bus service, appreciating the punctuality and professionalism of drivers. The buses were noted for their comfort, clean seats, and functioning charging ports. However, some passengers mentioned minor issues such as difficulty locating USB ports or occasional discomfort due to shaking during travel.

Citiliner Plus Johannesburg Nelspruit recent customer reviews

Bus was on time, got to destination earlier. But we had to get inside the baggage storage ourselves to get our bags at the drop off👎🏾

Njabulo M.

April 7, 2025

There is room for improvement with the toilet service but other than that the service was high quality.

Lungile L.

March 27, 2025

The bus was shaking and it made me uncomfortable. It's like your wheel alignment and balancing was really bad.

Cynthia S.

February 14, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52,226 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

According to user feedback, the bus service provides smooth and superb travel experiences with friendly and helpful staff. However, there are suggestions for maintaining cleanliness in the toilet area as it can have an unpleasant smell affecting passengers near the back seats. Additionally, better communication regarding rules and stops before departure is recommended by some users.

Big Sky Johannesburg Nelspruit recent customer reviews

I enjoy the safe trip. Friendly driver. What I dislike is the urine smell in the bus. Seems toilets are not cleaned regularly. Happened on 2 bus trips from jhb to nelspruit. Had to keep my aircon on from jhb to nelspruit.

Frieda D.

May 14, 2025

Disappointing is not even good enough of a word to describe the second half of my trip to Nelspruit using InterCity Big Sky. The busses are poorly maintained. Thereby causing a snowball effect when two busses on the same day forced a third bus (ours) to wait for four hours so that the passengers from the other two busses could join up with us in Pretoria and travel the rest of the way to Nelspruit. Bus No1 broke down on the road. Bus No 2's air conditioner did not work. Bus No 3's sliding windows on the driver's side door has no rubber bracing. I made a plan with wads of paper. So that they did not rattle against each other and break. The noise it made was good enough to deafen the driver and the passengers in the front of the bus. I will never travel with this bus service again.

Bonny H.

February 7, 2025

was good, just need to improve in updating passengers about rules, stops before departure

Norman N.

February 5, 2025

ZA Bus Companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Johannesburg to Nelspruit Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruit. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Johannesburg to Nelspruit from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Nelspruit?

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

C - Bethrams

D - Eaglecity Kerk Street

E - Kerk Street

F - Southgate Shopping Centre

Stops in Nelspruit

A - Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive

B - Nelspruit Evening

Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Nelspruit

How long is the trip from Johannesburg to Nelspruit by bus?
The trip from Johannesburg to Nelspruit will take on average 4h 45m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 45m.
What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?
The distance between Johannesburg and Nelspruit is approximately 305 km (189 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?
Buses departing from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg will take you to Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive in Nelspruit.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Nelspruit from Johannesburg; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$15, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Johannesburg to Nelspruit?
You can expect to pay around US$32 for the bus ride from Johannesburg to Nelspruit.

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

Best price found

06-04

US$19

06-05

US$36

Today

US$19

06-07

US$26

06-08

US$19

06-09

US$19

06-10

US$19

06-11

US$19

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Nelspruit was searched and found on Jun 4, 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 Nelspruit, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Nelspruit based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-06-08.

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.

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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 Nelspruit!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Johannesburg to Nelspruit that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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