Intercape receives praise for its friendly and caring staff, comfortable buses, and overall excellent service. Passengers appreciate the professionalism of drivers who ensure a safe journey. However, some reviews mention occasional delays and concerns about hygiene in the toilets. Despite these issues, many travelers find Intercape to be a convenient mode of transport with commendable customer care.
Intercape Sleepliner King William’s Town Johannesburg recent customer reviews
It was cold, there was water leaking on the floor. My blanket was wet as well as my food. The bus delayed by an hour and there was no communication from the drivers.
2 out of 5 stars
Khanya N.
The bus was late and we ended up getting to our destination 2hours later than expected. The heat was turned on too high then went ice cold for 6 hours of the trip.
1 out of 5 stars
Afika N.
The bus was clean and comfortable but the driver was driving reckless,almost cause an accident😒 😕 then I felf uncomfortable
Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting that they arrived earlier than expected. The journey was described as enjoyable, with stops being appreciated. Additionally, passengers found the buses to be fast, clean, and comfortable overall.
APMWC King William’s Town Johannesburg recent customer reviews
It came on time from pick up point and arrived 15 minutes earlier at the arrival place which is excellent service for me. The worst is,it was very very cold and everyone was complaining about that. My legs were frizzing and I got a flu due to the coldness.
2 out of 5 stars
Topane T.
I arrived two hours before the estimated time. The bus was fast ,clean and comfortable….I love it
5 out of 5 stars
Mihle T.
The ticket said something else and the bus was written something I ended up been left behind because of that am not happy at all
Greyhound receives praise for its comfortable and clean buses, friendly staff, and overall safe travel experience. Many users appreciate the punctuality of their trips. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functioning charging points and occasional delays in departure or arrival times. Despite these minor concerns, Greyhound is generally regarded as a reliable choice for travelers seeking comfort at an affordable price.
Greyhound King William’s Town Johannesburg recent customer reviews
Despite the first bus giving up on us, the Wimpy breakfast was the highlight of it all..5 stars
5 out of 5 stars
Mfanafuthi C.
Drivers were okay, not rude. Though the bus was late by 30 minutes, the trip was perfect
5 out of 5 stars
Lihle M.
Time was observed.
The driving was cool.
Guidance was excellent.
The condition of the bus was superb both inside and out side.
Users have expressed satisfaction with the overall service, highlighting comfortable and clean buses as well as a generally positive travel experience. However, some reviews mention issues such as cold temperatures inside the bus due to lack of heating and occasional delays in arrival times. Despite these minor concerns, many users are eager to use this service again in the future.
Eagle Liner King William’s Town Johannesburg recent customer reviews
I actually had a good experience, I took an intercity express bus, which was warm, I didn't need to carry a blanket, they delayed 5minutes to arrive which was not that bad.
5 out of 5 stars
Simngcwalise S.
Bus ddnt hv toilet, no heater it was freezing the whole night. Every stop we had to jump off to use bathroom at the garages
1 out of 5 stars
Phumla L.
First came a no name bus with no aircon, then stopped in Qtown for an hour or 2 waiting on next bus which already had people
Passengers generally appreciate the comfort of the bus seats and commendable service, with many noting timely departures and arrivals. The drivers are often described as kind and humble. However, some reviews mention issues such as a lingering bathroom odor or needing to load their own bags, while one review reported an unexpected fuel shortage during travel.
Intercity Xpress King William’s Town Johannesburg recent customer reviews
We enjoyed everything with my kids,bus was warm, departure and arrival time was perfect
5 out of 5 stars
Andiswa S.
The bus reeked of urine from the toilet that was uncleaned. The aircon didn’t work and we were cold the whole night, on top of that, the bus was delayed by an hour and a half.
1 out of 5 stars
Lindokuhle G.
I did not enjoy their service, the bus was very cold and when we asked the drivers to switch on heater, they told us the heater is not working, toilet door was broken,
So imagine getting cold from King Williams Town to Johannesburg in this winter,
Citilink offers 1 daily buses from King William’s Town to Johannesburg. Though the average price for this trip is US$34, you can find tickets starting at US$21. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 745.
According to customer reviews, there were several negative experiences with the service provided by Ilula Bus. Customers reported that the driver was unprofessional and even left passengers behind without proper communication. Additionally, some customers mentioned that their trips did not happen as scheduled due to a lack of communication from the company.
ilulaBus King William’s Town Johannesburg recent customer reviews
I am still waiting for Ilulabud even now here at Queenstown station, its a most useless bus I have ever experience ,it's a rubbish bus that doesn't care about people we sleep on a street with our infant babies 😢 I hate this bus with all my hurt
1 out of 5 stars
Thanduxolo M.
The ilula bus did not arrive and there was no communication. The trip did not happen
1 out of 5 stars
Sisipho D.
The Driver was awful he even left people in the garage while we told him that not everyone has come back
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Where are the popular stops in King William’s Town and Johannesburg?
Stops in King William’s Town
A - Railway Station
Railway Station, 1 Grey St, Qonce, 5601, South AfricaRailway Station
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South AfricaKerk Street
Frequently asked questions on the trip King William’s Town - Johannesburg
How far is King William’s Town from Johannesburg?
It's about 747 km (463 miles) from King William’s Town to Johannesburg.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from King William’s Town to Johannesburg?
Buses departing from Railway Station in King William’s Town will take you to O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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US$22
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US$19
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The cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Johannesburg was searched and found on Sep 26, 2025 with a price of US$19
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You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$49 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-09-26.
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.
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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from King William’s Town to Johannesburg.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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The cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Johannesburg was searched and found on Sep 26, 2025 with a price of US$19
