How far is Catembe from Johannesburg by coach?

The journey from Johannesburg to Catembe by coach covers an approximate distance of 278 miles (448 km).

Is there a way to reach Catembe from Johannesburg without flying?

To travel from Johannesburg to Catembe without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Johannesburg to Catembe from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Catembe on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	19h	16:30	Katembe - Tian Filling Stations Parcela 3F1, Tahlao 2/1 Bairro Chali	Cheapest
	Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	19h	16:30	Katembe - Tian Filling Stations Parcela 3F1, Tahlao 2/1 Bairro Chali	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:48 SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Catembe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19hAverage duration

280 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,962 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43962 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 Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £21

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Catembe

How far is Catembe from Johannesburg by coach?
The journey from Johannesburg to Catembe by coach covers an approximate distance of 278 miles (448 km).
Is there a way to reach Catembe from Johannesburg without flying?
To travel from Johannesburg to Catembe without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£29

23/11

£29

Today

£28

25/11

No data

26/11

£29

27/11

£28

28/11

£34

29/11

£29

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Catembe was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £40 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Catembe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-27.