How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?

The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Mahikeng start from £21. The average price for this route is around £24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?

The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Mahikeng is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 151 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Mahikeng route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Mahikeng at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.

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

A bus journey from Johannesburg to Mahikeng produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Johannesburg to Mahikeng from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Mahikeng on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 20m	12:20	Mahikeng Sasol	Cheapest
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 20m	12:20	Mahikeng Sasol	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 20m	12:20	Mahikeng Sasol	No tags
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30	Mahikeng Mall - Steers	No tags
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30	Mahikeng Mall - Steers	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Mahikeng on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 20m	12:20	Mahikeng Sasol	Cheapest
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 20m	12:20	Mahikeng Sasol	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 20m	12:20	Mahikeng Sasol	No tags
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30	Mahikeng Mall - Steers	No tags
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30	Mahikeng Mall - Steers	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:38 SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Mahikeng

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 20mAverage duration

151 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,061 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3061 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £21

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Mahikeng

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?
The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Mahikeng start from £21. The average price for this route is around £24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Mahikeng is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 151 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Mahikeng route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Mahikeng at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Mahikeng?
A bus journey from Johannesburg to Mahikeng produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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

26/11

£16

27/11

£16

Today

£16

29/11

No data

30/11

£21

01/12

£22

02/12

No data

03/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Mahikeng was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £26 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Mahikeng based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-03.