How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Balfour?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Balfour start at R 198. The average price for this route is around R 269. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Balfour?

The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Balfour is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 76 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Balfour route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner .

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

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Balfour at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Balfour produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Balfour?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Balfour?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Balfour?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Balfour?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Johannesburg to Balfour from R 209 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Johannesburg to Balfour on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	1h 30m	09:00	Balfour - R23 Bus Stop, Balfour, 2410	No tags
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	1h 25m	09:25	Sasol Super Service Station, 98 Dyer St, 2410	No tags
Bus	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	1h 25m	09:25	Sasol Super Service Station, 98 Dyer St, 2410	No tags
Bus	07:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	1h 30m	09:00	Balfour - R23 Bus Stop, Balfour, 2410	No tags
Bus	07:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	1h 30m	09:00	Balfour - R23 Bus Stop, Balfour, 2410	No tags

Get from Johannesburg to Balfour

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 198, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 50mAverage duration

76 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 543 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Eagle Liner

3/510 541 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Balfour, ZA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Balfour?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Balfour start at R 198. The average price for this route is around R 269. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Balfour?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Balfour is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 76 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Balfour route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Balfour?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Balfour at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Balfour?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Balfour produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Balfour?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Balfour?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Balfour?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Balfour?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 209

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R 209

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R 209

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R 209

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Balfour, ZA was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 209

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

You can expect to pay from R 209 to R 397 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Balfour, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 209, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.