How much is the bus ticket from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Maputo to Johannesburg start at NOK 314. The average price for this route is around NOK 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The average bus journey time from Maputo to Johannesburg is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 450 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Maputo to Johannesburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Citylink ZA , Luciano Luxury Coaches , Etrago .

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

The earliest bus departs from Maputo to Johannesburg at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

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

A bus trip from Maputo to Johannesburg produces an estimated 11.226949999999999 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 Maputo to Johannesburg?

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 45780 reviews.

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

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 Maputo to Johannesburg?

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 Maputo to Johannesburg?

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 Maputo to Johannesburg from NOK 302 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Maputo to Johannesburg on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo	10h 5m	06:00	The Troyeville Hotel	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Tropical Air Tours	9h 20m	04:20	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	10h 55m	17:25	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	19:30	Maputo (Etrago)	9h 30m	05:00	21 Siemert Rd, Johannesburg	No tags
Bus	18:30	Hospital José Macamo	11h	05:30	1105 Albertina Sisulu Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:05 PM CAT.

Get from Maputo to Johannesburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

10h 25mAverage duration

450 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Maputo and Johannesburg?

Stops in Maputo

A
Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c, Maputo, Mozambique
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B
Tropical Air Tours
909 Av. 24 de Julho, Maputo, Mozambique
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Stops in Johannesburg

A
O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg
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B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
Visit page
C
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Visit page
E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 780 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers have praised the bus service for its cleanliness, friendly and professional staff, and overall comfort. Many appreciated the punctuality of departures and arrivals. However, some travelers noted issues with TV usage on long trips and occasional delays at border crossings or due to traffic. Despite these minor concerns, users generally had positive experiences with this reliable transport option.

Intercape Mainliner Maputo Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Intercape real disappointed me. The toilet water was everywhere plus I was sitting at the last sits closd to the toilets. It was terrible and stinky.

Claudia Gomes R.

15 January 2026

Everything was amazing the drivers were very cautious on the road. It's very clean

Lorraine M.

30 December 2025

I am satisfied the only shortfall is the 🚌 should have two stops on mainland south africa where there's good sanitary toilets 🚻 service and shops

Lloyd B.

1 October 2025

Citylink ZA

Luciano Luxury Coaches

2.6/582 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.4

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi0.7

Customers have praised the friendly service and comfortable seats, mentioning it as value for money. Some appreciate the absence of toilet facilities to avoid unpleasant odors. However, concerns were raised about a driver using a cell phone while driving. Overall, multiple reviews highlight positive experiences with scheduled stops and timely arrivals on the bus journey.

Luciano Luxury Coaches Maputo Johannesburg recent customer reviews

There was no coach at all, on those small min buses , highly uncomfortable and chair falling apart

Anastasia Christina N.

2 January 2026

I did enjoyed the bus is good only that they dnt stop much on the road as for getting food or use toilets

Sandile M.

31 December 2025

Nothing nothing good nor nice about our first experience, I can’t even explain how it was, it was so terrible 🙈🙈🙈

Buhle M.

28 June 2024

Etrago

1.9/560 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi0.3

Based on 60 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Etrago ticket prices on this trip start at NOK 391

Etrago Maputo Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Horrível, they out the wrong Location in the map, so we missed the bus

Clara B.

25 September 2025

It was horrific and despicable

Sakhele M.

29 August 2025

ZA bus companies:Intercape, Etrago, Luciano Luxury Coaches, Citylink ZA

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maputo to Johannesburg 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 Maputo to Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Maputo to Johannesburg start at NOK 314. The average price for this route is around NOK 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Maputo to Johannesburg?
The average bus journey time from Maputo to Johannesburg is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 450 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Maputo to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citylink ZA, Luciano Luxury Coaches, Etrago.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Maputo to Johannesburg at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maputo to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Maputo to Johannesburg produces an estimated 11.226949999999999 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 Maputo to Johannesburg?
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 45780 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Maputo to Johannesburg?
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 Maputo to Johannesburg?
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 Maputo to Johannesburg?
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.

Best price found

02/05

NOK 304

03/05

NOK 304

Today

NOK 303

05/05

NOK 302

06/05

NOK 302

07/05

NOK 376

08/05

NOK 304

09/05

NOK 303

The cheapest trip from Maputo to Johannesburg was searched and found on 05 May 2026 with a price of NOK 302

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 302 to NOK 561 for a bus ticket from Maputo to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 302, which is on 2026-05-05.

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.