Which bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg is the cheapest?

Compare all coach companies and find the best price: Bus tickets from £18
The Best Deals Save up to 70%
The Most Choices Millions of routes worldwide
Easy and Transparent Compare offers with 1 click

Which bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to Johannesburg. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, APM or Greyhound South Africa. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£46
tomorrow
£23
Monday
£36
Tuesday
£32
Wednesday
£27
Thursday
£24
Friday
£24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 25m 13:30 Cape Town Durban Road 08:55 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £46
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 17:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 Johannesburg Park Station  First Class £49
Intercape 20h 45m 11:30 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 08:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £51
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 14:30 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 08:10 Johannesburg Park Station  Basic £63
Intercity Xpress 18h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:45 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £63

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Llvaya Afrika 17h 30m 13:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 06:30 Johannesburg Park Station  First Class £23
APM 18h 15m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 11:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £38
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 16:10 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £38
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 17:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 Johannesburg Park Station  First Class £45
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 12:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:10 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £54

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 19m 18:10 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 10:29 Johannesburg Park Station  Basic £36
APM 18h 15m 14:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:45 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £37
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 17:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 Johannesburg Park Station  First Class £45
Intercape 19h 45m 10:15 Cape Town Civic Center 06:00 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £51
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 12:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:10 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £54

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 12:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £32
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £35
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 17:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 Johannesburg Park Station  First Class £45
Intercape 19h 30m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:00 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £45
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 16:10 Cape Town Civic Center 08:30 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 14:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:45 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £27
Intercape 19h 45m 17:00 Cape Town Civic Center 12:45 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £30
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £35
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 06:30 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £36
Eagle Liner 17h 10m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 11:10 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £45

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 14:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:45 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £24
Greyhound South Africa 19h 0m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £33
Intercape 19h 20m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 13:20 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £34
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £35
Big Sky Intercity 19h 45m 17:00 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop 12:45 Johannesburg Park Station  First Class £36

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 15m 14:30 Cape Town Civic Center 08:45 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £24
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 06:30 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £31
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:15 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £31
Intercape 19h 30m 15:30 Cape Town Civic Center 11:00 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £35
Eagle Liner 17h 40m 12:30 Cape Town Civic Center 06:10 Johannesburg Park Station  Economy £40

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Cape Town to Johannesburg is £18 on 25/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and Johannesburg?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to Johannesburg. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 84 daily coaches from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 47 daily coaches between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 211 coaches from Cape Town to Johannesburg, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg, with 74 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Johannesburg bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa that travel daily 69 times by bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg in one click. Book your Cape Town to Johannesburg bus ticket starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 69 Ø
Distance 1,261.6 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Greyhound US, F F Gertse, Wezwe Coaches and 3 more.

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

Every day, 69 buses from 13 coach companies leave Cape Town for Johannesburg. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
£49
Sunday 21/12
£42
Monday 22/12
£30
Tuesday 23/12
£34
Wednesday 24/12
£45
Thursday 25/12
£18
Friday 26/12
£23
Saturday 27/12
£21
Sunday 28/12
£23
Monday 29/12
£23
Tuesday 30/12
£23
Wednesday 31/12
£21
Thursday 01/01
£25
Friday 02/01
£21
Saturday 03/01
£23
Sunday 04/01
£23
Monday 05/01
£25
Tuesday 06/01
£25
Wednesday 07/01
£25
Thursday 08/01
£21
Friday 09/01
£25
Saturday 10/01
£21
Sunday 11/01

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 £18, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Johannesburg, with £23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £31.

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 higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

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 coach 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 coaches from Cape Town to Johannesburg are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Cape Town to Johannesburg?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cape Town to Johannesburg timetable.

APM from Cape Town to Johannesburg

APM

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

Cheapest Price £24
Fastest Coach 17h 35m
Earliest Coach 13:00
Last Coach 18:40
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 20/12/2025

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 £36
Fastest Coach 16h 19m
Earliest Coach 16:10
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 20/12/2025
In total 13 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

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

F F Gertse
Sisipho Matetelane, 30/11/2025
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 , 20/06/2025
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, 03/06/2025
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 , 25/05/2025

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, 28/04/2025
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, 18/04/2025
**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 , 06/04/2025

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

Delta Coaches
Lilian, 27/03/2025

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

Wezwe Coaches
RAMAFUNA MBULUNGENI WATSON, 26/01/2025
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, 07/01/2025

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

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

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.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to Johannesburg bus

How much does a Cape Town Johannesburg coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town Johannesburg bus trip is available from £18 and takes 17h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 13 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £99. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Johannesburg.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town Johannesburg route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to Johannesburg is offered by roughly 69 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest coach from Cape Town to Johannesburg is provided by Intercape and takes 2h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £99. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Johannesburg departs from Cape Town at 10:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

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

The latest bus to Johannesburg departs from Cape Town at 19:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town Johannesburg route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to Johannesburg can travel with Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best 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 bus to Johannesburg from Cape Town?

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 bus for the Cape Town Johannesburg bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach 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 travelling 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 coach 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 69 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 69 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.

More bus routes to Cape Town and to Johannesburg

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cape Town and to Johannesburg. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
Coaches Harare to Cape Town Coaches Harare to Cape Town
Bus Mthatha to Cape Town Bus Mthatha to Cape Town
Queenstown (ZA) to Cape Town coach Queenstown (ZA) to Cape Town coach
Coach Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Coach Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Bus to Johannesburg from Harare Bus to Johannesburg from Harare
Coach from Bulawayo to Johannesburg Coach from Bulawayo to Johannesburg
Coaches Durban to Johannesburg Coaches Durban to Johannesburg
Coach Kimberley to Johannesburg Coach Kimberley to Johannesburg
Popular Airport Transfers to Cape Town and to Johannesburg
CheckMyBus › Coaches in South Africa › Coach to Cape Town › Coach to Johannesburg

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To

show

you

the

best

bus

deals,

we

and

our

partners

use

technical,

analytical,

and

marketing

cookies

for

ads

personalisation.

We

remember

your

anonymized

details

to

provide

a

personalized

experience.