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TodayApr 26
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TomorrowApr 27
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: Grahamstown (Kimberley Hall)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $19
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
    Operated by: APMWCAPMWC
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $19
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: JHB A 41, Park Station, Rissik St.
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $39
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $46
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $43
Bus Grahamstown to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Bus Grahamstown to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29
Average bus trip duration13h 50m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure3:10 PM
Distance499 miles (804 km)
Latest bus departure7:25 PM

Grahamstown to Johannesburg Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:10PM - 7:25PM
Minimum Price$28
Average Ticket Price$29
Minimum Trip Duration12h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration13h50m
Distance499 miles (804 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteAPM WC, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, VILAMORA
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Grahamstown - Johannesburg

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Johannesburg without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Grahamstown to Johannesburg is about 13h 50m, although the fastest bus will take 12h 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 499 miles (804 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Grahamstown and Johannesburg is 499 miles (804 km).

About 7 buses travel this route daily, provided by APM WC, Intercape and Eagle Liner. The number of buses operating from Grahamstown to Johannesburg may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Grahamstown to Johannesburg as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 3:10 PM and 7:25 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Grahamstown to Johannesburg leave from The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street and arrive at Johannesburg Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Grahamstown to Johannesburg by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $19.

You can expect to pay around $29 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $19 and $67, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Johannesburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Soweto, Botanical Gardens and Emmarentia Dam, Joziburg Lane, Old Fort and Constitution Hill and Liliesleaf.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Grahamstown to Johannesburg. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/24
$28
04/25
$28
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$28
04/27
$28
04/28
$28
04/29
$28
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The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Johannesburg was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $28

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

You can expect to pay from $28 to $34 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually MAINLINER 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 Grahamstown and Johannesburg!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Grahamstown to Johannesburg.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Grahamstown to Johannesburg.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Grahamstown to Johannesburg, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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