Bus Tickets from Johannesburg to Uitenhage

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Next departures for Johannesburg to Uitenhage on October 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big Sky Express
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Intercape office, 84 Constitution RoadCheapest
Eagle Liner
Johannesburg (Park Station)
UitenhageFastest
Big Sky Express
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Intercape office, 84 Constitution RoadNo tags
Greyhound
Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
UITENHAGE - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street, Cannon HillNo tags
Big Sky Express
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Intercape office, 84 Constitution RoadNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Uitenhage

Bus
Average PriceUS$24 - US$109Average Duration13h 15m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$35 - US$132Average Duration15h 25m
27kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Johannesburg to Uitenhage

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Uitenhage. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
13h 15mAverage Duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Johannesburg to Uitenhage: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:00pm
Distance879 km
Latest bus departure7:00pm

Johannesburg to Uitenhage Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Uitenhage

  1. What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Uitenhage?

    It's about 879 km (545 miles) from Johannesburg to Uitenhage.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Uitenhage?

    Buses departing from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg will take you to Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street in Uitenhage.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-09
US$35
10-10
US$33
Today
US$40
10-12
US$40
10-13
US$24
10-14
US$24
10-15
US$27
10-16
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Uitenhage was searched and found on Oct 13, 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$53 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Uitenhage based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24 which is on 2025-10-13.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Johannesburg to Uitenhage, 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 Uitenhage that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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