The bus service in South Africa is highly praised by customers for its efficiency and thorough passenger checks at every stop. However, some passengers have expressed concerns about the lack of a toilet on board during long journeys.
Dissatisfied a drive did not drop me where I was supposed to be dropped in Estcourt midway but he dropped me in a highway and a very dangerous place I will never book inter city again never
2 out of 5 stars
Siphesihle M.
I booked Intercape mainliner but was put on Big sky. If I wanted big sky, I was gonna book big sky
1 out of 5 stars
Sandiswa M.
Horrible, the bus had a problem and the driver didn't inform us. We had to wait for almost 3 hours on the side of the road for another bus. Original arrival time 00:37 but I ended up arriving at 04:38
Based on 54 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Luvalo Brothers Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $18
Dissatisfied a drive did not drop me where I was supposed to be dropped in Estcourt midway but he dropped me in a highway and a very dangerous place I will never book inter city again never
2 out of 5 stars
Siphesihle M.
I booked Intercape mainliner but was put on Big sky. If I wanted big sky, I was gonna book big sky
1 out of 5 stars
Sandiswa M.
Horrible, the bus had a problem and the driver didn't inform us. We had to wait for almost 3 hours on the side of the road for another bus. Original arrival time 00:37 but I ended up arriving at 04:38
Users have reported a positive experience with the service, highlighting that drivers are friendly and polite. Additionally, punctuality is appreciated as buses arrive on time according to multiple reviews.
Dissatisfied a drive did not drop me where I was supposed to be dropped in Estcourt midway but he dropped me in a highway and a very dangerous place I will never book inter city again never
2 out of 5 stars
Siphesihle M.
I booked Intercape mainliner but was put on Big sky. If I wanted big sky, I was gonna book big sky
1 out of 5 stars
Sandiswa M.
Horrible, the bus had a problem and the driver didn't inform us. We had to wait for almost 3 hours on the side of the road for another bus. Original arrival time 00:37 but I ended up arriving at 04:38
According to customer reviews, there have been consistent complaints about delays and late arrivals. Additionally, some customers mention poor bus maintenance as a possible factor for their negative experience. These issues seem to be recurring across multiple reviews and should be addressed by the company.
Dissatisfied a drive did not drop me where I was supposed to be dropped in Estcourt midway but he dropped me in a highway and a very dangerous place I will never book inter city again never
2 out of 5 stars
Siphesihle M.
I booked Intercape mainliner but was put on Big sky. If I wanted big sky, I was gonna book big sky
1 out of 5 stars
Sandiswa M.
Horrible, the bus had a problem and the driver didn't inform us. We had to wait for almost 3 hours on the side of the road for another bus. Original arrival time 00:37 but I ended up arriving at 04:38
Based on 2566 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Dissatisfied a drive did not drop me where I was supposed to be dropped in Estcourt midway but he dropped me in a highway and a very dangerous place I will never book inter city again never
2 out of 5 stars
Siphesihle M.
I booked Intercape mainliner but was put on Big sky. If I wanted big sky, I was gonna book big sky
1 out of 5 stars
Sandiswa M.
Horrible, the bus had a problem and the driver didn't inform us. We had to wait for almost 3 hours on the side of the road for another bus. Original arrival time 00:37 but I ended up arriving at 04:38
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What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Estcourt?
About 224 miles (361 km) separate Johannesburg and Estcourt.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/22
$16
08/23
$17
Today
$18
08/25
$17
08/26
$17
08/27
$16
08/28
$18
08/29
$16
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Estcourt was searched and found on Aug 22, 2025 with a price of $16
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Estcourt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $38 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Estcourt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-08-29.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.
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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 Johannesburg to Estcourt.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Estcourt was searched and found on Aug 22, 2025 with a price of $16
