How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Newcastle start from $17. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Newcastle is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 160 miles (258 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Newcastle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Intercape .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Newcastle at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

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 44309 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Newcastle?

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.

Bus Johannesburg to Newcastle from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Newcastle on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 50m	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 35m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 30m	11:40am	Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St.	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Newcastle on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 50m	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 35m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 30m	11:40am	Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St.	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Newcastle on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 50m	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 35m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 30m	11:40am	Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St.	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Newcastle on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 50m	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 35m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 30m	11:40am	Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St.	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Newcastle on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 50m	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	4h 30m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 35m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	4h 30m	11:40am	Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St.	No tags

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Get from Johannesburg to Newcastle

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

4h 35mAverage Duration

160 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Eagle Liner

3/510,488 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Many users appreciate the friendly and communicative drivers, as well as the clean buses and enjoyable music during their trips. However, there are consistent mentions of delays in arrival times and issues with bus allocation at departure points. Some passengers also noted discomfort due to cramped spaces or inadequate window shades.

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Newcastle recent customer reviews

Wow it was marvelous especially,the customer service received at the on-boarding at Park station from Mr S Sithole and inside the bus as my 77 years old mom was traveling it is out of this world. Even though we ended up using intercity but the experience was very exciting and could recommend it to family ,friends and stakeholders

Zanele N.

December 3, 2025

The driver was very friendly and made sure everyone was okay even the driving it was very smooth

Noluthando Z.

October 5, 2025

The driver was extremely rude to passengers, he didn’t even allow people to get off so they could change their babies nappies! Plus they just don’t care

Regina G.

October 4, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,240 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Johannesburg Newcastle recent customer reviews

Very bad, the bus never arrived, we had to be placed in an eagle liner bus that was going somewhere else, and the bus driver didn’t even know where our stop was. the driver asked us for directions, and ended up leaving us where he felt was suitable all in the name of not knowing where we are going which resulted in me waiting in the rain for about 20min for family to arrive. There were random stops and the driver was not communicating as to why we’re stopping in the middle of the road. Lastly we had to personally take out our own bags from the bus, or the driver would continue with his journey because he’s not the one that packed it.

Buhlebakhe D.

November 28, 2025

Intercape

3.5/544,445 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have praised the comfort and time management of their trips, highlighting the discipline and pleasant demeanor of both drivers and assistants. The driving quality was consistently appreciated across reviews. However, there were concerns about a specific stop at Standerton due to unsatisfactory bathroom conditions.

Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Newcastle recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the comfortability, the time management and the discipline the driver and the assistant had.

Tebogo R.

November 18, 2025

The driver was so pleasant. It was an Honour to drive with him. He was considerate and well spoken.

Chantelle S.

October 26, 2025

I enjoyed the driving it was good, I didn't enjoy the stop at Standerton that place is awful; the bathrooms are awful.

Pretty Mphile M.

September 19, 2025

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Newcastle start from $17. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Newcastle is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 160 miles (258 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Newcastle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Newcastle at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Newcastle?
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

12/10

$19

12/11

$19

Today

$31

12/13

$19

12/14

$19

12/15

$19

12/16

$19

12/17

$19

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA was searched and found on Dec 10, 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 Newcastle, ZA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $41 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Newcastle, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-16.

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.