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Compare all timetables for the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town

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

today
£18
tomorrow
£19
Friday
£18
Saturday
£19
Sunday
£20
Monday
£18
Tuesday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 30m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 08:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  First Class £19
City to City 17h 35m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 06:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 18h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 07:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £22
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 18:30 Johannesburg Park Station 12:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 30m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 08:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
Eagle Liner 18h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 07:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £22
Intercity Xpress 18h 19m 11:30 Johannesburg Park Station 05:49 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Economy £24
Greyhound US 19h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 08:40 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 30m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 08:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
City to City 17h 35m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 06:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £21
Eagle Liner 19h 25m 18:45 Johannesburg Park Station 14:10 Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Economy £26
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 18:30 Johannesburg Park Station 12:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £30

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
APM 20h 45m 18:00 Johannesburg Park Station 14:45 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £20
Eagle Liner 18h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 07:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £25
Intercity Xpress 18h 20m 11:30 Johannesburg Park Station 05:50 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £26
Greyhound South Africa 20h 0m 11:30 Johannesburg Park Station 07:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 20h 45m 18:00 Johannesburg Park Station 14:45 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £20
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £23
Eagle Liner 18h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 07:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £25
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 18:30 Johannesburg Park Station 12:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £26
Big Sky Intercity 19h 50m 17:00 Johannesburg Park Station 12:50 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 30m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 08:30 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £18
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
City to City 17h 35m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 06:35 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £20
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 18:30 Johannesburg Park Station 12:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £26
Eagle Liner 18h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 07:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £19
APM 18h 45m 18:00 Johannesburg Park Station 12:45 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £20
Intercape 19h 0m 19:00 Johannesburg Park Station 14:00 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £36
Eagle Liner 18h 40m 13:00 Johannesburg Park Station 07:40 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £37
Intercity Xpress 18h 20m 11:30 Johannesburg Park Station 05:50 Cape Town Civic Center  Economy £39

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Johannesburg to Cape Town is £18 on 16/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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 78 daily coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 50 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 193 coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town, while Night sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town, with 8 offers.

Facts about coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Delta Coaches that travel 66 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 15h 54m
Earliest Coach 07:15
Latest Coach 19:30
Daily Bus Connections 66 Ø
Distance 1,261.6 km
Coach Companies Intercape, APM, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound US, City to City, MB Transport, Big Sky Intercity and 1 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Every day, 66 buses from 11 coach 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 16/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/09
Tuesday 15/09
Wednesday 16/09
£18
Thursday 17/09
£19
Friday 18/09
£18
Saturday 19/09
£38
Sunday 20/09
£36
Monday 21/09
£18
Tuesday 22/09
£19
Wednesday 23/09
£20
Thursday 24/09
£19
Friday 25/09
£19
Saturday 26/09
£43
Sunday 27/09
£19
Monday 28/09
£37
Tuesday 29/09
£19
Wednesday 30/09
£37
Thursday 01/10
£21
Friday 02/10
£39
Saturday 03/10
£21
Sunday 04/10
£21
Monday 05/10
£20
Tuesday 06/10
£20
Wednesday 07/10
£22
Thursday 08/10
£20
Friday 09/10
£21
Saturday 10/10
£20
Sunday 11/10

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 £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

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 coaches 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.

Intercape from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Intercape

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

Cheapest Price £28
Fastest Coach 19h 0m
Earliest Coach 07:15
Last Coach 19:30
Daily Connections 23 Ø
Found on 16/09/2026

Eagle Liner from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Eagle Liner

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

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 18h 40m
Earliest Coach 13:00
Last Coach 18:45
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 16/09/2026

Delta Coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Delta Coaches

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

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 15h 54m
Earliest Coach 13:00
Last Coach 19:05
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 16/09/2026

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

Intercape
Mbele Busiswa , 20/08/2026
Iam extremely disappointed with my experience with Intercape and the way my complaint has been handled. I travelled from Johannesburg to Cape Town on an Intercape Sleepliner. I was the last passenger ... Iam extremely disappointed with my experience with Intercape and the way my complaint has been handled. I travelled from Johannesburg to Cape Town on an Intercape Sleepliner. I was the last passenger to get off the bus because I had several belongings with me. Unfortunately, I accidentally left my money bag on the bus. The bag contained R1,000 in cash. After realising that I had left the bag behind, I immediately went to the Intercape office to report the matter. The bus had already left, but I was informed that the driver had found my bag and that it would be handed over to the next driver for me. When I received my bag, I discovered that R1,000 was missing. What concerns me most is that the money was in the bag when I left it on the bus, and the bag was later found and handled by Intercape staff. I therefore expected Intercape to conduct a proper investigation into what happened to my money. I have already sent emails to Intercape requesting an explanation and the return of my money, but I have not received a proper response or meaningful update. I am a student with no other source of income, so R1,000 is a significant amount of money to me. I am not asking for anything unreasonable—I simply want Intercape to investigate what happened and take responsibility for resolving the matter. I hope Intercape will take customer complaints seriously, investigate the matter properly, and provide me with an explanation regarding my missing R1,000. Very disappointing customer service and handling of a serious complaint.
Delta Coaches
Busisiwe mashinini , 12/07/2026
Reschedule for date and time was done wrong and bus was supposed to arrive at 11am but until 2pm we were still stuck in a bus that ran out of petrol we waited until it was 4:43 the I decided to take a ... Reschedule for date and time was done wrong and bus was supposed to arrive at 11am but until 2pm we were still stuck in a bus that ran out of petrol we waited until it was 4:43 the I decided to take a bolt ...free advise do not use delta buses anyone it's not safe and is very stressful and when you call the don't answer
Greyhound South Africa
Isheunesu Matutu , 11/05/2026
the driver an the other guy don't know if he is the second driver or what they are very rude they can't communicate with passengers in a good manner eish Greyhound you have lost me damn what a wst t ... the driver an the other guy don't know if he is the second driver or what they are very rude they can't communicate with passengers in a good manner eish Greyhound you have lost me damn what a wst travel just imagine from Jo'burg to cape town with the drivers with bad attitude ,swearing dammit 👎👎
Delta Coaches
Khauhelo , 26/04/2026

Delta buses is for the people who doesn't have any plans to do. Because you would be late by 12 hours. Not reliable at all.

Greyhound South Africa
Sherene, 26/03/2026

I everything was ok but the bus was full of cockroaches I didn’t close my eyes greyhound must do be deep clean your buses and fumigate everything else was fine

Eagle Liner
masego, 11/03/2026
They do not care, i have filled for a refund on the 26th December, and to date no refund or feedback has been received. Its been over 90 days and when i call them they put my line on mute. I want my m ... They do not care, i have filled for a refund on the 26th December, and to date no refund or feedback has been received. Its been over 90 days and when i call them they put my line on mute. I want my money if you think you will scam me and i will give up, shem dont even try it, I want my money and i am going to get it. Your service is terrible and i hope other people see this and never book your services.
Delta Coaches
sibuyiselwe ndaba, 03/02/2026
Bus was late in jhb, next thing we r shuffled between busses, rough reckless drivers...had a tyre burst after Bloem, driver doesn't pick that n still cruises at high speed.....after we called him to s ... Bus was late in jhb, next thing we r shuffled between busses, rough reckless drivers...had a tyre burst after Bloem, driver doesn't pick that n still cruises at high speed.....after we called him to stop, 2 tyres on divers side worn out, this was around midnight or 0100 thereabout. Outer one completely out while inner one was also peeling...stuck in the middle of nowhere at night.....good Samaritan suggested they cut off peeling tyre n take a slow drive to next service station ....arrived at Colesburg at 0620...wait for help which came after 0800...bus gets fixed 3 tyres now....start off from Colesburg around 1400 only to arrive in Capetown at 2345😢😢 Throughout this ordeal, no communication from staff, drivers made unnecessary convenience stops....no food offer as some had enough money for trip...no apology for anything....people have missed interviews, registration, job offers, health appointments🙆🙆🙆 Wouldn't recommend it to anyone even if it was to be the lowest in terms of fares.
Delta Coaches
JN Gomba, 03/01/2026
I am very disappointed and the driver was very rude He didn't address/say anything before we left park station My main problem is the toilet coz the door can't close and the toilet is out of order.. ... I am very disappointed and the driver was very rude He didn't address/say anything before we left park station My main problem is the toilet coz the door can't close and the toilet is out of order.. Work nice with your customers And it's an late bus 7pm to CapeTown fokol charging ports no toilet Wtf Kak service Delta you must improve please 🙏
F F Gertse
Terryne van der Berg, 31/12/2025
Worst bus services I have ever experience. The bus was 2 hours late had to walk from Jhb station in the rain to get on a bus. When we arrived at Baufort West 06:00 in the morning where we there inform ... Worst bus services I have ever experience. The bus was 2 hours late had to walk from Jhb station in the rain to get on a bus. When we arrived at Baufort West 06:00 in the morning where we there informed that the bus is stopping in baufort and are not going to cape town. We where back and fort with the driver and the bus services for 05 hours trying to resolve the issues as my ticket was paid until cape town. We where 26 people stranded and had to get to our destination on our own expense. I had to spend another r800.00 to get to cape town as my sister and I where on the bus together. They where good enough to take our money. I request a refund for the exstra expense . I will not recommend bus service to anyone .
F F Gertse
Phadisi, 22/12/2025

I regret millions times why I choose this bus, Bus was supposed to leave at 18h00, we end up leaving at 10h00 Time management very important

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Cape Town

The map below shows you where to find all the 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 coaches 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 coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Johannesburg - Cape Town bus trip is available from £18 and takes 19h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Johannesburg to Cape Town is offered by 11 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £83. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Johannesburg to Cape Town is offered by roughly 66 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest coach from Johannesburg to Cape Town is provided by Delta Coaches and takes 15h 54m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £20. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Cape Town departs from Johannesburg at 07:15. 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

The latest bus to Cape Town departs from Johannesburg at 19:30. 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 Johannesburg - Cape Town route?

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

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Johannesburg Cape Town 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 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 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town on your planned travel date.

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

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 66 daily trips between Johannesburg and Cape Town. 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 Cape Town?

Prices and availability for 66 trips between Johannesburg and Cape Town 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town

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 Johannesburg and to Cape Town

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Popular Airport Transfers to Johannesburg and to Cape Town
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