How can I travel from Johannesburg to Matola without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Matola without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Matola from Johannesburg by bus?

The travel time from Johannesburg to Matola is about 8h 30m, but you can get there in as little as 6h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 275 miles (444 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Matola?

About 275 miles (444 km) separate Johannesburg and Matola.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Johannesburg to Matola?

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $28.

How much are the bus tickets from Johannesburg to Matola?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Matola is $39. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $28 and $81, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Johannesburg to Matola Bus Tickets

Q: What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Johannesburg to Matola?

The majority of buses traveling from Johannesburg to Matola start their journey at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg and wind up at Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane). 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.

TodayMay 6

from $28

TomorrowMay 7

from $28

ThuMay 8

from $28

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SatMay 10

SunMay 11

from $28

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from $28

TueMay 13

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 7 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: 109 Kerk St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg
Arrival time: May 8 at 1:45am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: MATOLA - Opposite Matola Shopping Centre
Operated by: ETRAGO
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
Arrival time: May 8 at 5:00am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Praca Judite Tembe, Bairro Hanhane, Matola
Operated by: LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h
Departure time: May 7 at 7:30am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 35m
Departure time: May 7 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
Arrival time: May 8 at 5:00am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Praca Judite Tembe, Bairro Hanhane, Matola
Operated by: LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h
Departure time: May 7 at 7:30am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 35m

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Bus Johannesburg to Matola: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39

Average bus trip duration8h 30m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure7:30am

Distance273 miles (439 km)

Latest bus departure10:00pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,598 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.

Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Matola recent customer reviews

The bus left slightly late from JHB and was late to get to Matola. The bus was dirty there were roaches all over. The bathroom was stinking bad. AC was turned off at some point and the smell from the bathroom was unbearable.

Lucia F.

February 6, 2025

I did not enjoy anything about the service. 1 the bus was uncomfortable and 2 the drives to Mozambique were very rude and unprofessional too

Mamela S.

September 3, 2024

Very good journey

Custodio C.

January 17, 2025

LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES

3/558 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.9

Based on 58 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES ticket prices on this trip start at $32.00

LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES Johannesburg Matola recent customer reviews

I did not find the Bus my money gone

Iidina N.

April 29, 2024

I didn’t like that they don’t respect time of departure

Zacarias M.

December 26, 2023

It was very comfortable

Glen G.

December 17, 2023

ETRAGO

2/528 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness0.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi0

Luciano

MZ bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

Johannesburg to Matola Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Johannesburg to Matola, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Matola?

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

C - Bethrams

D - Eaglecity Kerk Street

E - Kerk Street

F - Southgate Shopping Centre

Stops in Matola

A - Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)

B - Praca Judite Tembe, Bairro Hanhane, Matola

Frequently asked questions for your trip Johannesburg - Matola

How can I travel from Johannesburg to Matola without flying?
How long does it take to get to Matola from Johannesburg by bus?
What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Matola?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Johannesburg to Matola?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Johannesburg to Matola?
How much are the bus tickets from Johannesburg to Matola?

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

Best price found

05/04

$52

05/05

$28

Today

$28

05/07

$28

05/08

$27

05/09

$27

05/10

$30

05/11

$28

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Matola was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $57 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Matola based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-05-09.

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.

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Bus Johannesburg to Matola: Trip Overview

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Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Matola recent customer reviews

LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES Johannesburg Matola recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Matola?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Johannesburg - Matola

How can I travel from Johannesburg to Matola without flying?

How long does it take to get to Matola from Johannesburg by bus?

What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Matola?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Johannesburg to Matola?

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Johannesburg to Matola?

How much are the bus tickets from Johannesburg to Matola?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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