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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Grand Business Park | 15 Mooi Street | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Lilongwe to Johannesburg
The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours, and with fares starting at just $165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Lilongwe and Johannesburg
Stops in Lilongwe
- A
Lilongwe
Total Garage opposite Lilongwe Hotel, M1, Lilongwe, Malawi
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lilongwe to Johannesburg 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 Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lilongwe to Johannesburg start from $165. The average price for this route is around $166. 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 Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
The average bus travel time from Lilongwe to Johannesburg is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1483 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Ulemu Bus Service.
Which bus companies service the Lilongwe to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from ENKOSI, Ulemu Bus Service.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Lilongwe to Johannesburg at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Lilongwe to Johannesburg generates an estimated 37.06985 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 Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ulemu Bus Service, with an average rating of 1.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ulemu Bus Service has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Ulemu Bus Service, with a punctuality rating of 2.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lilongwe to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ulemu Bus Service, with a cleanliness rating of 1.0 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 Lilongwe to Johannesburg was searched and found on Jul 26, 2026 with a price of $162To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lilongwe to Johannesburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $162 to $165 for a bus ticket from Lilongwe to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2026-07-26.
