How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Postmasburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Postmasburg start at R 607. The average price for this route is around R 725. 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 Postmasburg?

The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Postmasburg is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 546 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Postmasburg route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Postmasburg at 20:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Postmasburg produces an estimated 14 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 Postmasburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

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

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.

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

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.

Bus Johannesburg to Postmasburg from R 579 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Postmasburg on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	Fastest
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Postmasburg on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	Fastest
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Postmasburg on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	Fastest
Bus	20:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 50m	07:50	Sasol Garage, Jimbos, Postmasburg	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:52 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Postmasburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 607, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 50mAverage duration

546 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 136 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3136 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 R 607

Big Sky Johannesburg Postmasburg recent customer reviews

The trip itself was smooth and safe... but they kept the air-conditioning on cold the whole night eventhough it was already cold. Some of us had flu and didn't bring blankets as we thought we won't need it.

Genevieve L.

31 October 2025

Bus interior and exterior was fine.Time management 0%. Bus stopped over 40. Minutes waiting for a lady in klerksdrop. As a result an hour delay on arrival and no cummucation was ent

Kgabo Maria M.

5 September 2025

Intercape

3.5/544 391 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Postmasburg 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 Postmasburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Postmasburg start at R 607. The average price for this route is around R 725. 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 Postmasburg?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Postmasburg is 11h 50m, covering a distance of 546 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Postmasburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Postmasburg?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Postmasburg at 20:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Postmasburg?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Postmasburg produces an estimated 14 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 Postmasburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Postmasburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Postmasburg?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Postmasburg?
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

08/12

R 557

09/12

R 453

Today

R 718

11/12

R 722

12/12

R 581

13/12

R 581

14/12

R 579

15/12

R 613

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Postmasburg was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 453

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

You can expect to pay from R 453 to R 889 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Postmasburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 579, which is on 2025-12-14.