Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Southgate Shopping Centre | Chiawelo Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Baragwanath Taxi Rank | Orlando | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Southgate Shopping Centre | Chiawelo Train Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Orlando - Orlando, Train Station | Dobsonville - Dobsonville, Elias Motsoaledi St and Van Onselen St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Johannesburg (Park Station) - Johannesburg, Park Station, 96 Rissik Street | Orlando | No tags | ||||
Eagle Liner + Intercity Xpress | Bus | Mayfair (Eaglecity) - 110 Clifton St, Mayfair, Johannesburg, 2108 | Meadowlands - Meadowlands , Cnr Nkuna Street and Ndlovu St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Park Station, Rissik Street | Chiawelo Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Orlando - Orlando, Train Station | Chaiwelo (Station) - Chiawelo Station, Chris Hani Rd, Chiawelo, Soweto, 1818 | No tags |
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Get from Johannesburg to Soweto
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Soweto 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 Soweto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Soweto start at R 63. The average price for this route is around R 357. 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 Soweto?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Soweto is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 12 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5m and is operated by City to City.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Soweto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Teksi Ride, Intercity Xpress, City to City, Enos Luxury Coaches, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Soweto?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Soweto at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Soweto?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Soweto produces an estimated 0.2968 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 Soweto?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 4438 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Soweto?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Enos Luxury Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Soweto?
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 Soweto?
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.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Soweto was searched and found on 13 Sept 2026 with a price of R 203To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Soweto as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 203 to R 349 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Soweto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 203, which is on 2026-09-13.
