What is the distance between Johannesburg and Soweto?

The distance between the two cities is 13 miles (20 km).

Bus Johannesburg to Soweto from $4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Soweto on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	45m	4:15am	Maponya Mall Soweto	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	45m	4:45am	Maponya Mall Soweto	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Southgate Shopping Centre	1h 45m	3:30pm	Chiawelo Train Station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	45m	5:15am	Maponya Mall Soweto	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Southgate Shopping Centre	50m	3:00pm	Chiawelo Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Soweto on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	45m	4:15am	Maponya Mall Soweto	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	45m	4:45am	Maponya Mall Soweto	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Southgate Shopping Centre	1h 45m	3:30pm	Chiawelo Train Station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	45m	5:15am	Maponya Mall Soweto	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Southgate Shopping Centre	50m	3:00pm	Chiawelo Train Station	No tags

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Get from Johannesburg to Soweto

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

45mAverage Duration

10 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Soweto by bus

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

Best price found

11/17

$4

11/18

$4

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$4

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$4

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11/22

$4

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$4

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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Soweto was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $4

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

You can expect to pay from $4 to $19 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Soweto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Enos Luxury Coaches 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.