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Compare all timetables for the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cape Town to Johannesburg from various bus operators like Intercape, APM or Greyhound South Africa for the next days.

today
$57
tomorrow
$47
Sunday
$47
Monday
$47
Tuesday
$47
Wednesday
$47
Thursday
$48

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:10 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $57
APM 17h 35m 5:40 PM Cape Town Durban Road 11:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $58
Intercape 19h 45m 10:15 AM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $63
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $66
Wezwe Coaches 18h 0m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $73

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 55m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:55 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Basic $66
Intercape 20h 15m 6:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 2:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $68
Eagle Liner 17h 10m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 11:10 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $68
Delta Coaches 17h 45m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 11:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $68

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Intercape 19h 45m 10:15 AM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $64
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $66
Eagle Liner 17h 10m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 11:10 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $68
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 6:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $71

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Intercape 19h 30m 3:30 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 11:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $59
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $59
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $60
Greyhound South Africa 19h 0m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $71

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $56
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $58
Intercape 19h 45m 10:15 AM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 6:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $59
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 1:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 9:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $71

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Intercape 19h 45m 10:15 AM Cape Town Civic Center 6:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $56
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $57
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $63
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:10 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $82

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $48
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $58
Intercape 19h 30m 3:30 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 11:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $62
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $66
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:10 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $87

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg is $29 on 1/1/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg

See here how frequent the connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 73 daily buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 54 daily coaches between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 211 buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg, with 85 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa that travel 68 times every day by bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg starting from $29!

Cheapest Bus $29
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:15 AM
Latest Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 68 Ø
Distance 784.2 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, F F Gertse, MB Transport and Wezwe Coaches

Cheapest bus connections from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Every day, 68 buses from 10 bus companies leave Cape Town for Johannesburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/12/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/07
Monday 12/08
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
Thursday 12/11
Friday 12/12
$54
Saturday 12/13
$61
Sunday 12/14
$47
Monday 12/15
$60
Tuesday 12/16
$46
Wednesday 12/17
$47
Thursday 12/18
$52
Friday 12/19
$64
Saturday 12/20
$71
Sunday 12/21
$49
Monday 12/22
$56
Tuesday 12/23
$58
Wednesday 12/24
$46
Thursday 12/25
$48
Friday 12/26
$32
Saturday 12/27
$41
Sunday 12/28
$41
Monday 12/29
$41
Tuesday 12/30
$32
Wednesday 12/31
$37
Thursday 01/01
$29
Friday 01/02
$30
Saturday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Johannesburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $29, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $32.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Johannesburg, with $47. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $56.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cape Town to Johannesburg

These are the most booked bus companies between Cape Town to Johannesburg from our users.

Delta Coaches from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Delta Coaches

Here you will find the key facts about the Delta Coaches bus route Cape Town to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price $57
Fastest Bus 16h 20m
Earliest Bus 4:10 PM
Last Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 12/12/2025

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Cape Town - Johannesburg

F F Gertse
Sisipho Matetelane, 11/30/2025
I booked a bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg for the 29 of November and was supposed to leave at 18:40 but stayed at the bus station till 22:00 only for the workers to tell me that the bus is not com ... I booked a bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg for the 29 of November and was supposed to leave at 18:40 but stayed at the bus station till 22:00 only for the workers to tell me that the bus is not coming. There was no communication from the service provider and the saddest part is that I’m not from Cape Town, already signed out of my student accommodation and couldn’t go back because it is privately owned not by the university. The workers told me there’s nothing they can do then had to go sleep by this other lady I was supposed to travel with putting my life at risk and her place was in the location by the way. We were told that we should come back the following day meaning the 30th of November at 15:00 it’s now 16:30 I missed a taxi I was supposed to take to Limpopo at Park station and the saddest part is that I had already sent the money to that person and there’s no refund if on their policy you miss it. What I have realised is that the people who are weighing peoples stuff here are selling tickets to other people who buy them at the station making us who bought online suffer.
F F Gertse
Anonymus , 6/20/2025
Not punctual on time of departure we left 2015pm in cape town. . No 30kg luggages from that Simba .All bags is charged meaning the luggage fee is equivalent to nice bus companies. We stuck in Beaufort ... Not punctual on time of departure we left 2015pm in cape town. . No 30kg luggages from that Simba .All bags is charged meaning the luggage fee is equivalent to nice bus companies. We stuck in Beaufort west,the bus doesn't have a valid permit. Don't choose them if you want to reach your destination happy. As m speaking we are here 03am till 10am wait for un organized operations whereby you sleeping whilst passengers are coldy , missing their appointments waiting reply from unknown bosses.l can imagine now that these buses is a group of partners fetching passengers then gather the them then hire ungood conditioned bus off road worth buses. Terrible service ever. The bus is cold no air conditioning, No road atmospheric sounds.
APM
Mobby Blessing, 6/3/2025
Please am so disappointed with this bus they said the Bus is leaving CPT by 3 exactly. But it did not went so my ticket was written 1300pm to 7:55am but to my surprise we arriving at 12.So isn’t it be ... Please am so disappointed with this bus they said the Bus is leaving CPT by 3 exactly. But it did not went so my ticket was written 1300pm to 7:55am but to my surprise we arriving at 12.So isn’t it better to take a bus for 6pm knowing you will reach at 1 am super disappointed.i missed the funeral am supposed to attend
Intercity Xpress
Mauricha , 5/25/2025

disrespectful ,drivers no manners ,rude stopped the bus to confront ans scole at me just to because I asked the driver to put lower his music volume, driver is flirting with ladies bus is smelling

Intercape
Siphe, 4/28/2025
I had an awful experience with Intercape on both trips between Cape Town and Johannesburg. First, I booked a Mainliner but was placed on a Big Sky bus without any notice or explanation. On my return, ... I had an awful experience with Intercape on both trips between Cape Town and Johannesburg. First, I booked a Mainliner but was placed on a Big Sky bus without any notice or explanation. On my return, their staff gave me incorrect information, causing me to miss my bus. Worse still, their representatives were rude, incompetent, and unhelpful. Instead of acknowledging their mistake, they insisted I repurchase a ticket, despite the fault being theirs. Intercape’s service is shocking, their communication is misleading, and their operations are poorly managed. I will never use Intercape again and will strongly discourage others from doing so.
Eagle Liner
Conrad Cornelissen, 4/18/2025
**Subject:** Formal Complaint and Request for Compensation – Eagle Liner Service (Ref: STBWE90) Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to lodge a formal complaint regarding the unacceptable conditions and ... **Subject:** Formal Complaint and Request for Compensation – Eagle Liner Service (Ref: STBWE90) Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to lodge a formal complaint regarding the unacceptable conditions and service provided during my recent trip with Eagle Liner on [date], from Cape Town to Johannesburg via Kimberley, under reference number STBWE90. The journey was marred by a continuous and excessively loud beeping noise emanating from the driver’s cab. This noise persisted throughout the trip, creating an environment of extreme discomfort for all passengers. The failure to address this issue demonstrates a disregard for passenger well-being and raises serious concerns about the maintenance and operational standards of your vehicles. Compounding this, the driver, Mr. Eddie, failed to make restroom stops, depriving passengers of a basic necessity during a long-distance journey. The bus was also inadequately equipped, with no drinking water provided, further exacerbating the distress experienced. These oversights are not only unethical but may constitute a breach of passenger rights under applicable consumer protection laws, which mandate the provision of reasonable comfort and amenities on public transport. Moreover, the driver’s behavior was deeply unprofessional. Wearing earplugs, he appeared indifferent to the noise and the needs of passengers. His dismissive attitude and failure to address these valid concerns added to the already significant stress experienced during the journey. Considering Eagle Liner markets itself as a “luxury” service, these shortcomings are wholly unacceptable, particularly at a ticket price of R700. The lack of basic amenities, the driver’s conduct, and the intolerable noise conditions all fall far below the promised standard of service and comfort. In light of these factors, I formally request a full refund of my ticket cost and appropriate compensation for the undue stress, physical discomfort, and lack of access to essential
Delta Coaches
Peter James , 4/6/2025

The bus service provided by Delta has been disappointing, with excessively long travel times and infrequent departures.

Delta Coaches
Lilian, 3/27/2025

Very por service. Wouldn't recommend it to anyone. I would never use this line ever again

Wezwe Coaches
RAMAFUNA MBULUNGENI WATSON, 1/26/2025
Good afternoon Ticketpro and Wezwecoaches companies. I'm here launching a complain about the bus ticket of R1200 that I bought from your website on the 13-10-2024. The bus service company which was w ... Good afternoon Ticketpro and Wezwecoaches companies. I'm here launching a complain about the bus ticket of R1200 that I bought from your website on the 13-10-2024. The bus service company which was written on the ticket was Wezwecoaches. I noticed that the price for the bus ticket paid and the bus service company that was allocated from Cape Town Bus station to Johannesburg Park station was really substandard service and did not worth for my ticket price of R1200. The ticket was written that the bus will leave Cape Town Bus station on the 24-10-2024 at 19h00 evening and arrive in Johannesburg Park station on the 25-10-2024 at 10h00 morning. I'm really not happy due to the following reasons: 1. The bus was really not clean inside and not comfortable. 2. The bus had many stops due to the people who were drinking alcohol in the bus. 3. The bus service did not worth the ticket price of R1200 as compared to other bus companies whereby I even regrated myself that I was supposed to just take Intercape Bus that could worth this ticket price of R1200. 4. The bus did not arrive at 10h00 as indicated on the bus ticket and instead the bus arrived in Johannesburg Park station at 14h05. Meaning this bus was delayed by 3 to 4 hours which is unacceptable and this means that the ticket time was not considered or followed and that's very bad to me as customer 5. I was expecting the bus service to correspond or worth with greater service for the ticket price of R1200 which I paid for and I ran away from Intercape bus service thinking that the bus service ticket price of R1200 from Ticketpro company should be offering greater services than the other bus company, I find it very dissapointing. I really feel like the Ticketpro company is playing a robbing game by advertising service that are not provided by bus companies. I did not expect that when I arrive in the bus station I will find the bus that look like City to City bus company that only worth for R500 or R600 from Cape Town to
Intercape
Cecilia N Sithole, 1/7/2025

My 2 daughters traveled well. They even got enough space to rest their legs and sleep. Arrival time was earlier.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Johannesburg

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cape Town to Johannesburg? Compare all modes of transports from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg? Or which bus companies serve the route Cape Town to Johannesburg? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus

How much does a Cape Town Johannesburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $29 and takes 18h 15m to reach Johannesburg. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

This route is offered by 10 companies with a range of ticket prices between $29 and $142. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Johannesburg.

On average, how many connections are available from Cape Town to Johannesburg each day?

Every day, the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus route is served by approximately 68 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg take?

The fastest bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg is offered by Intercape and takes 2h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $77. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Johannesburg from Cape Town starts at 10:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Cape Town for Johannesburg starts at 7:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cape Town Johannesburg route?

When traveling by bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg, passengers can travel with Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Johannesburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa.

What can I take with me on the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cape Town Johannesburg bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town Johannesburg bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 68 daily trips between Cape Town and Johannesburg. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Prices and availability for 68 trips between Cape Town and Johannesburg change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cape Town to Johannesburg

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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