Bus from East London to Johannesburg South: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Johannesburg South on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Jacobs CoachesBus
    EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney
    JohannesburgCheapestFastest
    Jacobs CoachesBus
      East London Windmill Park shopping mall
      JohannesburgNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:56 PM SAST.

      Get from East London to Johannesburg South

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1bus per day
      14h 5mAverage duration
      758 kmDistance
      19kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Johannesburg South by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Johannesburg South?

        The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Johannesburg South start at R 561. The average price for this route is around R 604. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from East London to Johannesburg South?

        The average bus journey time from East London to Johannesburg South is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 758 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.

      3. Which bus companies service the East London to Johannesburg South route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Jacobs Coaches, Intercity Xpress.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Johannesburg South?

        The earliest bus departs from East London to Johannesburg South at 15:10. And the latest bus departs at 16:30.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Johannesburg South?

        A bus trip from East London to Johannesburg South produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from East London to Johannesburg South?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 11029 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Johannesburg South?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercity Xpress has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.1.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Johannesburg South?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercity Xpress, with a punctuality rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London to Johannesburg South?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercity Xpress, with a cleanliness rating of 3.8 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
      05/12
      R 559
      06/12
      R 566
      Today
      R 568
      08/12
      R 562
      09/12
      R 568
      10/12
      R 562
      11/12
      R 561
      12/12
      R 567
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Johannesburg South was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 559

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

      You can expect to pay from R 559 to R 568 for a bus ticket from East London to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 561, which is on 2025-12-11.

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