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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Johannesburg (Park Station) | Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940 | Cheapest | |||||
 | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940 | Fastest | |||||
| Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940 | No tags | |||||
| Johannesburg (Park Station) | Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940 | No tags | |||||
| Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940 | No tags |
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Get from Johannesburg to Newcastle
This route is served by bus onlyThe journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Newcastle, ZA
How much does a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Newcastle cost?
The bus ticket price from Johannesburg to Newcastle starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Johannesburg to Newcastle is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
The average travel time between Johannesburg and Newcastle is around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 257 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Johannesburg and Newcastle?
The number of buses from Johannesburg to Newcastle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
When taking the bus from Johannesburg to Newcastle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eagle Liner, Intercape.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$27 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-10-31.
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.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Newcastle!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Johannesburg to Newcastle, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Johannesburg to Newcastle that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Newcastle, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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Popular Buses Connecting Johannesburg
Buses Leaving from Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Soweto
- Coach Johannesburg - Pretoria
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- Coach Johannesburg - Kimberley
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- Coach Johannesburg - Springbok
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- Coach Johannesburg - eNtokozweni
- Bus Johannesburg - Volksrust
- Bus from Johannesburg to Richmond - NC
- Coach Johannesburg - Alice
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Buses Going to Johannesburg
- Bus from Midrand to Johannesburg
- Coach Lenasia - Johannesburg
- Bus Lenasia South - Johannesburg
- Bus from Sun City to Johannesburg
- Coach Klerksdorp - Johannesburg
- Bus East London - Johannesburg
- Bus from Ficksburg to Johannesburg
- Coach Witbank - Johannesburg
- Bus Petrusburg - Johannesburg
- Bus from Howick to Johannesburg
- Coach Balfour - Johannesburg
- Bus Mdantsane - Johannesburg
- Bus from Winburg to Johannesburg
- Coach Theunissen - Johannesburg
- Bus George - Johannesburg
Popular Buses Connecting Newcastle
Buses Leaving from Newcastle
- Bus from Newcastle to Pretoria
- Coach Newcastle - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Newcastle - Balfour
- Bus from Newcastle to Ladysmith
- Coach Newcastle - Standerton
- Bus Newcastle - Diepmeadow
- Bus from Newcastle to Germiston
- Coach Newcastle - Midrand
- Bus Newcastle - Volksrust
- Bus from Newcastle to Heidelberg - GP
- Coach Newcastle - Johannesburg
- Bus Newcastle - Estcourt
- Bus from Newcastle to Durban
Buses Going to Newcastle
- Bus from Durban to Newcastle
- Coach Johannesburg - Newcastle
- Bus Heidelberg - GP - Newcastle
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle
- Coach Ladysmith - Newcastle
- Bus Balfour - Newcastle
- Bus from Diepmeadow to Newcastle
- Coach Midrand - Newcastle
- Bus Perdekop - Newcastle
- Bus from Germiston to Newcastle
- Coach Pretoria - Newcastle
- Bus Standerton - Newcastle
- Bus from Volksrust to Newcastle
- Coach Estcourt - Newcastle
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg
- Bus Durban - Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Mthatha
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Durban
- Bus Mthatha - Cape Town
- Bus from Pretoria to Durban
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Cape Town
- Bus Cape Town - Idutywa
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Durban
- Coach Mthatha - Johannesburg
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- Coach Cape Town - Ngcobo
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