How far is Stellenbosch from Johannesburg?

Stellenbosch and Johannesburg are 765 miles (1233 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Stellenbosch to Johannesburg leave from Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff) and arrive at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Johannesburg?

Once in Johannesburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Old Fort and Constitution Hill, Johannesburg Zoo, Soweto, SAB World of Beer and Wonder Cave.

Bus Stellenbosch to Johannesburg from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stellenbosch to Johannesburg on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:05pm	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	18h 50m	8:55am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Stellenbosch to Johannesburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Johannesburg. The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

18h 50mAverage Duration

764 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $91	Average Duration18h 50m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$46 - $124	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stellenbosch and Johannesburg?

Stops in Stellenbosch

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Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff)
Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff), Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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Stops in Johannesburg

A
O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg
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B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
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C
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
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D
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

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APM WC

2/52,719 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,012 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stellenbosch to Johannesburg by bus

How far is Stellenbosch from Johannesburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stellenbosch to Johannesburg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Johannesburg?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

$43

11/19

$43

Today

$43

11/21

$33

11/22

$43

11/23

$43

11/24

$43

11/25

$43

The cheapest trip from Stellenbosch to Johannesburg was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $33

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

You can expect to pay from $33 to $43 for a bus ticket from Stellenbosch to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-11-21.