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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Johannesburg to Cape Town from various bus operators like Delta Coaches, Wezwe Coaches or Intercity Xpress for the next days.
today
from $24
tomorrow
from $22
Sunday
from $22
Monday
from $28
Tuesday
from $28
Wednesday
from $28
Thursday
from $30

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Wezwe Coaches
    17h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Wezwe Coaches
    First Class
    $24
  • Princesa dos Campos
    6h 40m
    12:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    7:00 PM
    Cape Town
    Princesa dos Campos
    Basic
    $26
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $27
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $31
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    City to City
    Economy
    $32

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Wezwe Coaches
    18h 0m
    3:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Wezwe Coaches
    First Class
    $22
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $28
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $28
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $28
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    City to City
    Economy
    $32

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Wezwe Coaches
    17h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Wezwe Coaches
    First Class
    $22
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $25
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    $25
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $28
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    City to City
    Economy
    $32

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • F F Gertse
    17h 0m
    3:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    8:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $28
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $28
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $28
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    City to City
    Economy
    $32
  • Intercity Xpress
    18h 20m
    11:30 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    5:50 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $34

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $28
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $28
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $28
  • Intercape
    20h 30m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Intercape
    Economy
    $30
  • Big Sky Intercity
    20h 30m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $30

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    $28
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $28
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $28
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    City to City
    Economy
    $32
  • Intercity Xpress
    18h 20m
    11:30 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    5:50 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    $34

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    20h 30m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Intercape
    Economy
    $30
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    7:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    F F Gertse
    First Class
    $30
  • Big Sky Intercity
    20h 30m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:30 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    $30
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    9:00 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    Delta Coaches
    Economy
    $31
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    1:00 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    6:35 AM
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    City to City
    Economy
    $32

Frequency of bus connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town

See here how frequent the connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 57 daily buses from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 29 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 142 buses from Johannesburg to Cape Town, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town, with 41 offers.

Facts about the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Delta Coaches, Wezwe Coaches and Intercity Xpress that travel 46 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus $22
Fastest Bus 6h 0m
Earliest Bus 7:15 AM
Latest Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 46 Ø
Distance 784.2 miles
Bus Companies Delta Coaches, Wezwe Coaches, Intercity Xpress, Intercape, F F Gertse, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Australia, Andorinha, Big Sky Intercity and 6 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Every day, 46 buses from 16 bus companies leave Johannesburg for Cape Town: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/21
Monday 07/22
Tuesday 07/23
Wednesday 07/24
Thursday 07/25
Friday 07/26
$26
Saturday 07/27
$24
Sunday 07/28
$30
Monday 07/29
$30
Tuesday 07/30
$30
Wednesday 07/31
$28
Thursday 08/01
$30
Friday 08/02
$30
Saturday 08/03
$31
Sunday 08/04
$30
Monday 08/05
$31
Tuesday 08/06
$30
Wednesday 08/07
$29
Thursday 08/08
$26
Friday 08/09
$26
Saturday 08/10
$26
Sunday 08/11
$26
Monday 08/12
$26
Tuesday 08/13
$26
Wednesday 08/14
$26
Thursday 08/15
$27
Friday 08/16
$27
Saturday 08/17

The cheapest time to travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $22, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $30.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with $22. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $33.

How to save money travelling from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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 Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town, 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Cape Town

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

FAQs about the Johannesburg to Cape Town bus

How much does a Johannesburg Cape Town bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 17h 0m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 16 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $117. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cape Town.

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

Every day, the Johannesburg to Cape Town bus route is served by approximately 46 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town is offered by Princesa dos Campos and takes 6h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $26. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from Johannesburg starts at 7:15 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from Johannesburg for Cape Town starts at 7:15 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 Johannesburg Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town, passengers can travel with Delta Coaches, Wezwe Coaches and Intercity Xpress. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Cape Town?

You can check all the direct connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Delta Coaches, Wezwe Coaches and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg Cape Town 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 Johannesburg Cape Town 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

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

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.

More bus routes from Johannesburg and Cape Town

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from Johannesburg and from Cape Town. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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