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Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 23 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu Cheapest $24 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $38 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $34 Bus 8:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 10h 35m 6:35am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $34 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $29
Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 24 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu Cheapest $21 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $37 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $42 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $37 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $34
Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 25 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu Cheapest $21 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $35 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $42 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $37 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $34
Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 26 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu Cheapest $27 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $37 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $48 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $43 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $39
Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 27 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 8:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 10h 35m 6:35am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Cheapest $22 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $43 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $48 Bus 8:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 10h 35m 6:35am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $29 Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu No tags $27
Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 29 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu Cheapest $29 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $43 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $50 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $45 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $42
Next departures for Johannesburg to Kathu on November 30 Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 6:45pm
Johannesburg (Park Station) 8h 5m 2:50am
Elegant Fuel Kathu Cheapest $27 Bus 7:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 8h 5m 3:05am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) Fastest $41 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $48 Bus 8:00pm
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 10h 35m 6:35am
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $35 Bus 7:15am
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) 9h 20m 4:35pm
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) No tags $43
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:26 PM SAST.
View all departures Get from Johannesburg to Kathu This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Kathu? Stops in Johannesburg D
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa Map
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Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa Map
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Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa Map
Stops in Kathu A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa Map
Compare bus companies 3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5/5 43,957 reviews
Staff 4.3
Timeliness 3.2
Cleanliness 4.1
Wifi 1.2
Many users appreciate the excellent service, friendly drivers, and spacious seating offered by this bus company. The buses are generally clean and punctual. However, some concerns have been raised about non-functional charging ports and issues with restroom facilities leading to unpleasant odors during trips.
Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Kathu recent customer reviews The bus’s toilet was not working..the whole bus was smelling urine(it was a horrible trip ever)Bus 721
5 out of 5 stars
Montlha P.
October 28, 2025 Everything was perfect except for the heater it was very strong I was struggling to breath.
It was very cold in the bus, the switched the aircon to a very low temperature. Very uncomfortable.
1 out of 5 stars
Thandeka S.
April 25, 2025 3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5/5 3,024 reviews
Staff 4.4
Timeliness 3.3
Cleanliness 4.2
Wifi 1.5
Based on 3024 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 $31
Big Sky Johannesburg Kathu recent customer reviews Comfort and quality bus
5 out of 5 stars
Lindumuzi N.
November 3, 2025 Everything was OK
5 out of 5 stars
Elelwani M.
October 6, 2025 the overall experience was amazing, and the drivers kept time
5 out of 5 stars
Motlalepula S.
May 26, 2025 3 out of 5 stars 3/5 10,999 reviews
Staff 4
Timeliness 2.6
Cleanliness 3.8
Wifi 1.1
Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting that everything was great and appreciated the warmth of the bus. However, there were some concerns about an unpleasant smell in the toilet.
Intercity Xpress Johannesburg Kathu recent customer reviews It was very good i travelled with the Driver Meshack very good and friendly service i had thanx bra Mesh
5 out of 5 stars
Miranda P.
October 27, 2025 Very good
5 out of 5 stars
Emmanuel N.
October 20, 2025
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Kathu by bus The distance separating Johannesburg and Kathu is 325 miles (523 km).
If you're headed to Kathu from Johannesburg, chances are that your bus will leave from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg and arrive at Kathu Shell Kathu. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
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 Kathu was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $19 To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Kathu, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $46 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-24.
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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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Kathu was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $19
