Bus and Coach from Johannesburg to Empangeni: Compare all prices

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, Intercity Xpress or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

£16

tomorrow

£14

Thursday

£14

Friday

£14

Saturday

£14

Sunday

£13

Monday

£13

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	9h 55m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	07:25	Empangeni	Bus Stop		Economy	£16	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 03/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 04/02/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
	Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop		Economy	£18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 03/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 04/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	07:50	Johannesburg	Park Station	17:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£14	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 04/02/2026 07:50:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 04/02/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 04/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 05/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
Intercape	12h 25m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:55	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 04/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 05/02/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	07:50	Johannesburg	Park Station	17:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£14	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 05/02/2026 07:50:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 05/02/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Big Sky Intercity	9h 55m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	07:25	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£16	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 05/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 06/02/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 05/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 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 40m	07:50	Johannesburg	Park Station	17:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£14	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 06/02/2026 07:50:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 06/02/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Intercape	12h 25m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:55	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 06/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 07/02/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 06/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 07/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
Intercape	12h 0m	08:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	20:00	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 06/02/2026 08:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 06/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	07:50	Johannesburg	Park Station	17:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£14	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 07/02/2026 07:50:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 07/02/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Big Sky Intercity	9h 55m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	07:25	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£16	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 07/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 08/02/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 07/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 08/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	07:50	Johannesburg	Park Station	17:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£13	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 08/02/2026 07:50:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 08/02/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Intercape	12h 0m	08:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	20:00	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£16	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 08/02/2026 08:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 08/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 08/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 09/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
Intercape	12h 25m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:55	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 08/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 09/02/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 40m	07:50	Johannesburg	Park Station	17:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£13	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 09/02/2026 07:50:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 09/02/2026 17:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Intercape	12h 0m	08:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	20:00	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£16	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 09/02/2026 08:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 09/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Big Sky Intercity	9h 55m	21:30	Johannesburg	Park Station	07:25	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£16	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 09/02/2026 21:30:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 10/02/2026 07:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
Intercape	10h 30m	23:00	Johannesburg	Park Station	09:30	Empangeni	Bus Stop	Economy	£18	A Bus from Intercape goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 09/02/2026 23:00:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 10/02/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Johannesburg to Empangeni is £13 on 08/02/2026. Flexible travellers 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.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Johannesburg to Empangeni. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Empangeni.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 28 coaches from Johannesburg to Empangeni, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Empangeni, with 12 offers.

Facts about coaches from Johannesburg to Empangeni

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity that travel 5 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus	£13
Fastest Bus	9h 40m
Earliest Coach	21:30
Latest Coach	23:00
Daily Bus Connections	5 Ø
Distance	474.5 km
Coach Companies	Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest coach connections from Johannesburg to Empangeni

Every day, 5 buses from 3 coach companies leave Johannesburg for Empangeni: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£15

Wednesday 04/02

£14

Thursday 05/02

£14

Friday 06/02

£14

Saturday 07/02

£14

Sunday 08/02

£13

Monday 09/02

£13

Tuesday 10/02

£13

Wednesday 11/02

£19

Thursday 12/02

£13

Friday 13/02

£14

Saturday 14/02

£13

Sunday 15/02

£14

Monday 16/02

£13

Tuesday 17/02

£13

Wednesday 18/02

£13

Thursday 19/02

£13

Friday 20/02

£13

Saturday 21/02

£13

Sunday 22/02

£13

Monday 23/02

£13

Tuesday 24/02

£13

Wednesday 25/02

£13

Thursday 26/02

£13

Friday 27/02

£13

Saturday 28/02

£13

Sunday 01/03

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 £13, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Johannesburg to Empangeni. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Empangeni, with £13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

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 coaches from Johannesburg to Empangeni are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Empangeni

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Johannesburg and Empangeni.

13 Wolmarans St Johannesburg Coach Station

13 Wolmarans St Johannesburg

Kerk Street

Kerk Street 125-131

Baragwanath

Golden Highway 7

Newtown Zimbabwe Bus Terminus

Alberltina Sisulu Road 293

Park Station

Rissik St 96

Museum & Tourist Office

Turnbull St

Dunne Rd

Dunne Rd 26

Bus Stop

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 coaches 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 coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Johannesburg - Empangeni bus trip is available from £13 and takes 9h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Johannesburg to Empangeni is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £21. 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 - Empangeni route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Johannesburg to Empangeni is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Empangeni from Johannesburg take?

The quickest coach from Johannesburg to Empangeni is provided by Intercity Xpress and takes 9h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

The earliest bus to Empangeni departs from Johannesburg at 21:30. 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 Empangeni?

The latest bus to Empangeni departs from Johannesburg at 23:00. 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 Johannesburg - Empangeni route?

Passengers looking to travel from Johannesburg to Empangeni can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity. 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 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, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the bus to Empangeni 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 Empangeni 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 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 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 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 5 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!