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With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.
Bus service from Johannesburg to Cape Town will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cape Town from Johannesburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Bus travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town is made possible thanks to Citiliner, Greyhound Mega Coach and Intercape.
Need a bus leaving from Johannesburg? Your starting point is at Park Station, Bethrams, Eaglecity Kerk Street, Kerk Street, O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) or Southgate Shopping Centre.
If you're onboard a bus traveling to Cape Town, you can get hop off at Civic Centre, Bellville, Bellville, Bellville - Oakdale, Bellville - Sasol Oaks Service Station or Bus Station - Civic Centre.
| Daily Buses | 54 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 07:15 - 19:30 |
| Minimum Price | £29 |
| Average Ticket Price | £36 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 16h30m |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 18h50m |
| Bus companies on this route | Citiliner, Greyhound Mega Coach, Intercape |
The average bus ticket price from Johannesburg to Cape Town is £36. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cape Town is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between Johannesburg and Cape Town is around 18h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 784 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from Johannesburg to Cape Town can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 54 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Dreamliner, Greyhound Mega Coach, Greyhound Dreamliner.
Buses travelling between Johannesburg and Cape Town leave from Park Station or Bethrams and arrive at Civic Centre, Bellville, Bellville.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past departures.
The average bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town costs around £17 for departures 7 days prior.
Over the last 350 days, ticket prices from Johannesburg to Cape Town vary and during peak season, ticket prices are around £49 while at other times, you can expect to pay around £20.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cape Town, as early as possible. The best time to find and book cheap bus tickets is to book at least 7 days in advance.
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Johannesburg to Cape Town.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Johannesburg to Cape Town, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Johannesburg to Cape Town.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Cape Town, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
| Operator | Date | Destination | Duration | Price | Check schedules |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Fri, Feb 4 1:00 pm | Cape Town Bellville - Oakdale | 5h45m | £25 (69 days ago) | Search |
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