How much is the bus ticket from Rustenburg to Johannesburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rustenburg to Johannesburg start from $38. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Rustenburg to Johannesburg?

The average bus travel time from Rustenburg to Johannesburg is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Rustenburg to Johannesburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rustenburg to Johannesburg?

The earliest bus departs from Rustenburg to Johannesburg at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rustenburg to Johannesburg?

A bus trip from Rustenburg to Johannesburg generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Rustenburg to Johannesburg from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rustenburg to Johannesburg on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 5m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	11:15am	BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	3:00pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rustenburg to Johannesburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Johannesburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 45mAverage Duration

109 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $47	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$48 - $48	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rustenburg and Johannesburg?

Stops in Rustenburg

A
BP Garage, Waterfall Mall (opposite McDonalds)
BP Garage (opposite McDonalds), Cashan, Rustenburg, 2999, South Africa
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Stops in Johannesburg

A
O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg
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B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
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C
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
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D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
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E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
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F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,471 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and enjoyable trips. The staff handled a breakdown efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption. However, some users noted issues such as long connection times between buses and cleanliness concerns in the restroom facilities. Overall, travelers appreciated their journeys despite these minor inconveniences.

Intercape Mainliner Rustenburg Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus was on time.It arrive exactly at the set time and we reach the destination at the set time.I never travel at that time, and I enjoy the trip.

Nokukhula.matakane@gmail.co.za N.

November 25, 2025

It was my first time using a bus … it was a bit late and there was no communication of it being late . The toilet bowl was full of urine I think it shout be emptied at every stop . The driver was great

Zinhle Sfundo Princess M.

August 26, 2024

The trip was great the only unfortunate part is that the bus connection part was highly ridiculous because I had a 6hour gap between my trip but otherwise keep up the good work

Lihle C.

November 16, 2023

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rustenburg 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 Rustenburg to Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rustenburg to Johannesburg start from $38. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Rustenburg to Johannesburg?
The average bus travel time from Rustenburg to Johannesburg is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Rustenburg to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rustenburg to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Rustenburg to Johannesburg at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rustenburg to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Rustenburg to Johannesburg generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-07

$37

01-08

$36

Today

$36

01-10

$37

01-11

$41

01-12

$34

01-13

$34

01-14

$32

The cheapest trip from Rustenburg to Johannesburg was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $46 for a bus ticket from Rustenburg to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-14.