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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: April 29 atDeparture city: PolokwaneDeparture location: Mall of the NorthArrival time: April 29 atDestination city: JohannesburgDestination location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 29 atDeparture city: PolokwaneDeparture location: 16 R101Arrival time: April 29 atDestination city: JohannesburgDestination location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
- This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: April 29 atDeparture city: PolokwaneDeparture location: POLOKWANE (REGIONALBUSCOACHES)Arrival time: April 29 atDestination city: JohannesburgDestination location: JOHANNESBURG (REGIONALBUSCOACHES)
- Departure time: April 29 atDeparture city: PolokwaneDeparture location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki StreetArrival time: April 29 atDestination city: JohannesburgDestination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
- Departure time: April 29 atDeparture city: PolokwaneDeparture location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki StreetArrival time: April 29 atDestination city: JohannesburgDestination location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Bus Polokwane to Johannesburg: Trip Overview
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According to customer reviews, the bus service received mixed feedback. Some customers expressed dissatisfaction with poor bus maintenance, specifically mentioning leaks from the ceiling during rainy weather. However, there were also positive reviews highlighting an amazing first experience and great service enjoyed by customers.
Citiliner Plus Polokwane Johannesburg recent customer reviews
The charging port was not working,the bus driver didn't know how to talk to people.
Comfort was good and all but they were super late and gave me wrong pick up point very disappointed
It was really comfortable the only issue is that I couldn’t sleep comfortably cause the seats didn’t recline that much
Intercape has received mixed reviews from customers. Some have praised the service, describing it as comfortable and enjoyable, while others have expressed dissatisfaction with delays and poor customer service. There were also complaints about dirty buses and issues with facilities such as toilets and charging points. Despite these negative aspects, Intercape still receives recommendations from some passengers.
Intercape Mainliner Polokwane Johannesburg recent customer reviews
The bus driver was so friendly and understanding. Everything was fine except that the aircon was very cold.
The bus left for JHB on time but the were long stops along the way. It ended up arriving in JHB after 4pm, with terrible traffic.
The only problem was that the arrival time was not accurate by 40 minutes despite the trip seeming to go well otherwize.
Regional Bus Coaches offers 1 daily buses from Polokwane to Johannesburg. Though the average price for this trip is $37.00, you can find tickets starting at $36.00. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 5h.
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 5 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 3:00AM - 10:30AM |
Minimum Price | $16 |
Average Ticket Price | $18 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 5h |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 5h35m |
Distance | 181 miles (291 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Greyhound South Africa, Intercape, Regional Bus Coaches |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Polokwane and Johannesburg?
Cnr R81 & N1 Bypass, Polokwane, South Africa
Polokwane - Mall Of The NorthOpposite City Square, on Thabo Mbeki Street, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700, South Africa
City SquarePark City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg StationMozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
Bethrams84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Eaglecity Kerk Street77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
Kerk StreetSouthgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
Southgate Shopping CentreFrequently asked questions for your trip Polokwane - Johannesburg
The bus is the best choice to get to Johannesburg without a car. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.
The travel time from Polokwane to Johannesburg is about 5h 35m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 182 miles (294 km) that separate the two cities.
About 182 miles (294 km) separate Polokwane and Johannesburg.
You can choose from 5 travel times and travel with Greyhound South Africa, Intercape and Regional Bus Coaches. The number of buses from Polokwane to Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Polokwane to Johannesburg a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!
The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 3:00 AM and ending at 10:30 AM.
The majority of buses traveling from Polokwane to Johannesburg start their journey at Polokwane - Mall Of The North and wind up at Johannesburg Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $12.
The average price of a one-way ticket from Polokwane to Johannesburg is $18. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $12 to $37, so it's good to do your research before booking.
Once in Johannesburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum Africa, Gold Reef City, Botanical Gardens and Emmarentia Dam, Johannesburg Zoo and FNB Stadium.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Polokwane to Johannesburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $26 for a bus ticket from Polokwane to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2024-05-03.
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 Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Polokwane to Johannesburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Polokwane to Johannesburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Polokwane to Johannesburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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