Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Uitenhage without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Johannesburg without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

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

The travel time from Uitenhage to Johannesburg is about 13h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 12h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 545 miles (879 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Uitenhage and Johannesburg?

About 545 miles (879 km) separate Uitenhage and Johannesburg.

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

If you're headed to Johannesburg from Uitenhage, chances are that your bus will leave from Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street and arrive at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg. 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.

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

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Uitenhage to Johannesburg by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $20.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Uitenhage to Johannesburg is $30. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $20 and $48, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

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 FNB Stadium, Liliesleaf, Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, Soweto and Origins Centre.

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Uitenhage to Johannesburg. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 16 at 4:50pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: UITENHAGE - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street, Cannon Hill
Arrival time: June 17 at 7:45am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 16 at 6:40pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Uitenhage
Arrival time: June 17 at 7:30am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 50m
Departure time: June 16 at 6:40pm
Departure city: Uitenhage
Departure location: Uitenhage
Arrival time: June 17 at 7:30am
Destination city: Johannesburg
Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 50m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Uitenhage to Johannesburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $48	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$36 - $52	Average Duration19h 45m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Uitenhage to Johannesburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Johannesburg. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

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13h 30mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest ticket

22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Uitenhage to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$30

Average bus trip duration13h 30m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure4:50pm

Distance545 miles (879 km)

Latest bus departure6:45pm

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Eagle Liner

2.5/58,993 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.8

According to multiple reviews, the bus service is generally satisfactory. However, there have been complaints about late arrivals and staff members who are often confused about the schedule, resulting in missed breaks. Some customers also mentioned that they would not choose this service again due to issues with the toilet facilities. Despite these concerns, overall feedback suggests that improvements could be made for a better experience at an affordable price.

Eagle Liner Uitenhage Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus did not have charging ports, and seat didn't incline. I must say it was on time and also arrived on time.

Sinoyolo S.

March 27, 2025

The bus was supposed to arrive at 18:40 but it arrived at 19:50. Then got to park station at 10:30am. The hours was unbearable for a child.

Sinekmva L.

November 30, 2024

The wiper of the bus broke and they were driving without a wiper, and at about 78 km to jhb the driver was asleep and lost control of the bus but he ended up controlling it

Lucky M.

January 8, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,021 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive feedback about the friendly and accommodating drivers, as well as the comfortable seats and ability to charge phones. However, some reviews mention delays due to multiple stops along the route. Despite these minor issues, many passengers were impressed with the overall service quality.

Greyhound Uitenhage Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Greyhound driver decided to argue with me that am late while he was still on the ground and proceed to go in the buss and drove without me. They are rude and stubborn

Siyamthanda N.

February 25, 2025

The bus arrived an hour after it's stipulated arrival time because there were many stops on our way to Johannesburg.

Wavela M.

April 8, 2024

They on time that's all

Portia N.

October 8, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,275 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2275 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $38.00

Big Sky Express Uitenhage Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Big sky worker treated me well,the bus was early and we arrived in time.The toilet was smelling.

Rudzani T.

April 18, 2025

Our tickets altogether were R4k+, however, not even half way through the trip there was no water to flush the toilet or wash the hands. The smell was unbearable. At least for the money have these facilities checked, we are on a trip for quite some hours. I don't think we will make use of the bus again.

Marthinus Y.

January 3, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/59,311 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

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 Uitenhage Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus smell verry bad the toilet is verry bad durtty the porpel on the bus is not frendly at all

Catharina V.

November 19, 2023

I enjoy everything, nice and caring drivers,safe speed, I'm now using intercity bus forever...I enjoy ma journey

Edward B.

August 2, 2023

Vilamora

2/5776 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0.4

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

Uitenhage to Johannesburg Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Uitenhage and Johannesburg?

Stops in Uitenhage

A - Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Uitenhage - Johannesburg

Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Uitenhage without flying?
How long does it take to get to Johannesburg from Uitenhage by bus?
What is the distance between Uitenhage and Johannesburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Johannesburg?
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?

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

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06/13

$50

06/14

$39

Today

$26

06/16

$42

06/17

$36

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$36

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$42

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$42

The cheapest trip from Uitenhage to Johannesburg was searched and found on Jun 15, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $64 for a bus ticket from Uitenhage to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-06-17.

Usually greyhound_za_premium, BIG SKY EXPRESS 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Uitenhage and Johannesburg!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Uitenhage to Johannesburg, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Uitenhage to Johannesburg will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Uitenhage to Johannesburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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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Where are the popular stops in Uitenhage and Johannesburg?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Uitenhage - Johannesburg

Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Uitenhage without flying?

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

What is the distance between Uitenhage and Johannesburg?

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

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

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?

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

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Uitenhage to Johannesburg?

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