What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Umgababa?

Johannesburg and Umgababa are 517 km (320 miles) apart.

Bus Johannesburg to Umgababa from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Umgababa on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Umgababa on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Umgababa on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Umgababa on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	9h 15m	5:45am	Umgababa - Shell Ultra City, Northbound (N2)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Umgababa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Umgababa. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 15mAverage Duration

518 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $85	Average Duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$43 - $79	Average Duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,883 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 43883 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $43

Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Umgababa recent customer reviews

I enjoyed my trip bus was on time

Sizani N.

June 15, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Umgababa by bus

What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Umgababa?
Johannesburg and Umgababa are 517 km (320 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-18

$42

11-19

$45

Today

$46

11-21

$54

11-22

$50

11-23

$38

11-24

$45

11-25

$37

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Umgababa was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $66 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Umgababa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-25.