Bus from Johannesburg to Richards Bay: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Richards Bay on 16 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, KznCheapest
Intercity XpressBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, KznFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium PromenadeNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, KznNo tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium PromenadeNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 18:16 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Johannesburg to Richards Bay

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 11 hours and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
11hAverage duration
301 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£17 - £61Average duration11h
12kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average price£29 - £47Average duration12h 30m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Richards Bay

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Richards Bay start from £17. 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.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Richards Bay is 11h, covering a distance of 301 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

  3. Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Richards Bay route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Intercape, Big Sky, Citiliner.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Richards Bay at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    A bus journey from Johannesburg to Richards Bay produces an estimated 12.114825000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2121 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Richards Bay?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/07
£20
15/07
£20
Today
£21
17/07
£22
18/07
£22
19/07
£22
20/07
£17
21/07
£17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Richards Bay was searched and found on 20 Jul 2026 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £38 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-07-20.

Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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