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Compare all timetables for the bus from Johannesburg to Matola

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Johannesburg to Matola from various bus operators like Intercape, Luciano or Translux for the next days.

today
$29
tomorrow
$29
Sunday
$24
Monday
$29
Tuesday
$29
Wednesday
$29
Thursday
$28

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luciano 7h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
ETRAGO 8h 45m 8:00 PM Johannesburg Universal Church, Moseley Str Bus Stop 4:45 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 7h 15m 8:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Translux 6h 45m 9:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 8h 30m 9:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:30 AM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $40

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luciano 7h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 7h 15m 8:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Translux 6h 45m 9:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 10h 5m 9:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:05 AM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $43
Intercape 9h 5m 7:55 AM Johannesburg Bertrams 5:00 PM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luciano 7h 0m 12:00 PM Johannesburg 20 Albertina Sisulu Rd Bus Stop 7:00 PM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $24
ETRAGO 12h 45m 11:00 AM Johannesburg Universal Church, Moseley Str Bus Stop 11:45 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 7h 15m 8:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Translux 6h 45m 9:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 8h 30m 9:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:30 AM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $46

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luciano 7h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
ETRAGO 8h 45m 8:00 PM Johannesburg Universal Church, Moseley Str Bus Stop 4:45 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 7h 15m 8:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Translux 6h 45m 9:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 9h 30m 7:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 PM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Basic $42

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luciano 7h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
ETRAGO 8h 45m 8:00 PM Johannesburg Universal Church, Moseley Str Bus Stop 4:45 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 6h 45m 9:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 10h 5m 9:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:05 AM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $44
Intercape 9h 30m 7:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 PM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Basic $53

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luciano 7h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
ETRAGO 8h 45m 8:00 PM Johannesburg Universal Church, Moseley Str Bus Stop 4:45 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 7h 15m 8:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 10h 5m 9:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:05 AM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $44
Intercape 9h 5m 7:55 AM Johannesburg Bertrams 5:00 PM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Economy $47

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 7h 45m 7:50 AM Johannesburg Park Station 3:35 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $28
Luciano 7h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
ETRAGO 8h 45m 8:00 PM Johannesburg Universal Church, Moseley Str Bus Stop 4:45 AM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $29
Translux 7h 15m 8:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station 4:00 PM Matola Bus Stop  Economy $30
Intercape 9h 30m 7:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station 5:00 PM Matola Paragem Ceres Bus Stop  Basic $47

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Johannesburg to Matola is $24 on 12/7/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Johannesburg and Matola

See here how frequent the connections between Johannesburg and Matola are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Johannesburg to Matola. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Matola.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 53 buses from Johannesburg to Matola, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Matola, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Johannesburg to Matola

Compare all providers like Intercape, Luciano and Translux that travel 14 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Matola in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Matola starting from $24!

Cheapest Bus $24
Fastest Bus 6h 45m
Earliest Bus 7:30 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 14 Ø
Distance 275.1 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, Luciano, Translux, ETRAGO and City to City

Cheapest bus connections from Johannesburg to Matola

Every day, 14 buses from 5 bus companies leave Johannesburg for Matola: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$29
Saturday 12/06
$29
Sunday 12/07
$24
Monday 12/08
$29
Tuesday 12/09
$29
Wednesday 12/10
$29
Thursday 12/11
$28
Friday 12/12
$29
Saturday 12/13
$76
Sunday 12/14
$24
Monday 12/15
$29
Tuesday 12/16
$28
Wednesday 12/17
$29
Thursday 12/18
$28
Friday 12/19
$29
Saturday 12/20
$29
Sunday 12/21
$24
Monday 12/22
$29
Tuesday 12/23
$29
Wednesday 12/24
$29
Thursday 12/25
$29
Friday 12/26
$29
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Johannesburg to Matola

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johannesburg to Matola, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $24, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Johannesburg to Matola. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $29.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Matola, with $24. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $29.

How to save money travelling from Johannesburg to Matola

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 Matola 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 Matola, 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 Matola are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Johannesburg to Matola

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

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Matola

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Johannesburg to Matola

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

FAQs about the Johannesburg to Matola bus

How much does a Johannesburg Matola bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $24 and takes 7h 0m to reach Matola. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $24 and $60. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Matola.

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

Every day, the Johannesburg to Matola bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Johannesburg to Matola is offered by Translux and takes 6h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $30. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johannesburg to Matola?

The earliest bus arriving in Matola from Johannesburg starts at 7:30 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 Matola?

The latest bus trip departing from Johannesburg for Matola starts at 10:00 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 Matola route?

When traveling by bus from Johannesburg to Matola, passengers can travel with Intercape, Luciano and Translux. 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 Matola?

You can check all the direct connections between Johannesburg and Matola 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, Luciano and Translux.

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

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

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.

More bus routes to Johannesburg and to Matola

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

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