Bus Johannesburg to Empangeni: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Johannesburg to Empangeni from various bus operators like Intercape, Citiliner or Intercity Xpress for the next days.

today

$35

tomorrow

$24

Friday

$24

Saturday

$24

Sunday

$24

Monday

$21

Tuesday

$19

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	12h 25m	9:30 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:55 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$35	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/17/2025 9:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Intercape	12h 0m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Intercape	10h 30m	11:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:30 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$43	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/17/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$51	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/17/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	7:50 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/18/2025 7:50:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/18/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$36	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/18/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Intercape	12h 25m	9:30 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:55 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$44	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/18/2025 9:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/19/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Intercape	10h 30m	11:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:30 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$51	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/18/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/19/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 15m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/19/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/19/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
Intercape	12h 0m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$35	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/19/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/19/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$36	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/19/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/19/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Intercape	10h 30m	11:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:30 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/19/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/20/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 15m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/20/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
Intercape	10h 30m	11:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:30 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$36	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/20/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
Intercape	12h 25m	9:30 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:55 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$38	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/20/2025 9:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$51	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/20/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/20/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 15m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/21/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/21/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
Intercape	12h 0m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/21/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/21/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Intercape	10h 30m	11:00 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:30 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/21/2025 11:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/22/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$51	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/21/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/21/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	7:50 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$21	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/22/2025 7:50:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Intercape	12h 0m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/22/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/22/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Intercape	12h 25m	9:30 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:55 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/22/2025 9:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/23/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$51	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/22/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/22/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 15m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$19	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/23/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/23/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
Intercape	12h 0m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 PM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/23/2025 8:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/23/2025 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Intercape	12h 25m	9:30 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:55 AM	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	$35	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/23/2025 9:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/24/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Citiliner	10h 15m	8:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 PM	Empangeni	Museum & Tourist Office	Economy	$51	A Bus from Citiliner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/23/2025 8:00:00 AM to Museum & Tourist Office, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 12/23/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni is $17 on 12/26/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Johannesburg and Empangeni

See here how frequent the connections between Johannesburg and Empangeni are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Johannesburg to Empangeni. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Empangeni.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 28 buses from Johannesburg to Empangeni, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Empangeni, with 25 offers.

Facts about the bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni

Compare all providers like Intercape, Citiliner and Intercity Xpress that travel 7 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus	$17
Fastest Bus	9h 15m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	294.9 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Citiliner and Intercity Xpress

Cheapest bus connections from Johannesburg to Empangeni

Every day, 7 buses from 3 bus companies leave Johannesburg for Empangeni: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

$35

Thursday 12/18

$24

Friday 12/19

$25

Saturday 12/20

$24

Sunday 12/21

$24

Monday 12/22

$21

Tuesday 12/23

$19

Wednesday 12/24

$19

Thursday 12/25

$38

Friday 12/26

$17

Saturday 12/27

$17

Sunday 12/28

$17

Monday 12/29

$17

Tuesday 12/30

$17

Wednesday 12/31

$26

Thursday 01/01

$17

Friday 01/02

$17

Saturday 01/03

$17

Sunday 01/04

$35

Monday 01/05

$17

Tuesday 01/06

$35

Wednesday 01/07

$17

Thursday 01/08

$17

Friday 01/09

$17

Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Johannesburg to Empangeni

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $17, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $17.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Empangeni, with $19. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $35.

How to save money travelling from Johannesburg to Empangeni

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 Empangeni 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 Empangeni, 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 Empangeni are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Johannesburg to Empangeni

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

Intercape from Johannesburg to Empangeni

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Johannesburg to Empangeni:

Cheapest Price	$31
Fastest Bus	10h 30m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Last Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	12/17/2025

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Empangeni

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

Baragwanath

Golden Highway 7

Kerk Street

Kerk Street 125-131

Newtown Zimbabwe Bus Terminus

Alberltina Sisulu Road 293

Park Station

Rissik St 96

Southgate Shopping Centre

Southgate Rd

Bus Stop

Museum & Tourist Office

Turnbull St

Dunne Rd

Dunne Rd 26

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 Johannesburg to Empangeni? Compare all modes of transports from Johannesburg to Empangeni.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni

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

FAQs about the Johannesburg to Empangeni bus

How much does a Johannesburg Empangeni bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 9h 15m to reach Empangeni. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $52. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Empangeni.

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

Every day, the Johannesburg to Empangeni bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Johannesburg to Empangeni take?

The fastest bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 9h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

The earliest bus arriving in Empangeni from Johannesburg starts at 8:00 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 Empangeni?

The latest bus trip departing from Johannesburg for Empangeni starts at 11:00 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 Johannesburg Empangeni route?

When traveling by bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni, passengers can travel with Intercape, Citiliner 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 Empangeni?

You can check all the direct connections between Johannesburg and Empangeni 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, Citiliner and Intercity Xpress.

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

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

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 7 daily trips between Johannesburg and Empangeni. 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 Johannesburg to Empangeni?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Johannesburg and to Empangeni

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