Bus from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadCheapestFastest
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    FORT BEAUFORT - TOTAL GARAGE, R63, FORT BEAUFORT, 5720No tags
    Eagle LinerBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, R63, Fort Beaufort, 5720No tags
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:14 PM SAST.

    Get from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    4bus per day
    12h 55mAverage Duration
    462 milesDistance
    19kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort start from $20. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 462 miles (745 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by APM WC.

    3. Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort at 4:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      A bus trip from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      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 43907 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      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
    11/26
    $38
    11/27
    $35
    Today
    $41
    11/29
    $44
    11/30
    $47
    12/01
    $38
    12/02
    $37
    12/03
    $37
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $35

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

    You can expect to pay from $35 to $78 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-03.

    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.

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