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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Johannesburg to Cape Town from various bus operators like Intercape, Delta Coaches or Wezwe Coaches for the next days.
today
from £16
tomorrow
from £17
Saturday
from £17
Sunday
from £17
Monday
from £17
Tuesday
from £17
Wednesday
from £17

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Wezwe Coaches
    18h 0m
    0
    15:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Wezwe Coaches
    Economy
    £16
  • APM
    18h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £17
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £19
  • F F Gertse
    17h 0m
    0
    15:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    08:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £22
  • Intercape
    19h 0m
    0
    12:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £24

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Wezwe Coaches
    18h 0m
    0
    15:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Wezwe Coaches
    Economy
    £17
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £17
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:50
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £18
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £18
  • APM
    18h 45m
    0
    18:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £20

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • APM
    18h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £17
  • Wezwe Coaches
    18h 0m
    0
    15:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:30
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Wezwe Coaches
    Economy
    £17
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £17
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:50
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £18
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £17
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:50
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £18
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £18
  • APM
    18h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £19
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    06:35
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £24

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £17
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:50
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £18
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £18
  • APM
    18h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £19
  • City to City
    17h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    06:35
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £24

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £17
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:50
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £18
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £18
  • Intercape
    19h 15m
    0
    20:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    15:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £24
  • Big Sky Intercity
    19h 15m
    0
    20:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    15:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £25

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • F F Gertse
    18h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    F F Gertse
    Economy
    £17
  • Eagle Liner
    17h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    12:50
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £18
  • Delta Coaches
    20h 0m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    09:00
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    £18
  • APM
    18h 45m
    0
    13:00
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    07:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £19
  • Intercape
    19h 15m
    0
    20:30
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    15:45
    Cape Town
    Civic Center
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £24

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.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 90 daily coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 59 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 248 coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town, with 71 offers.

Facts about coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, Delta Coaches and Wezwe Coaches that travel 80 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Coach 07:15
Latest Coach 20:30
Daily Bus Connections 80 Ø
Distance 1,261.6 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Delta Coaches, Wezwe Coaches, APM, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Greyhound South Africa, F F Gertse, Greyhound Australia and 1 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Every day, 80 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 21/11/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 18/11
Tuesday 19/11
Wednesday 20/11
Thursday 21/11
£17
Friday 22/11
£20
Saturday 23/11
£25
Sunday 24/11
£17
Monday 25/11
£17
Tuesday 26/11
£17
Wednesday 27/11
£17
Thursday 28/11
£26
Friday 29/11
£25
Saturday 30/11
£25
Sunday 01/12
£30
Monday 02/12
£26
Tuesday 03/12
£29
Wednesday 04/12
£30
Thursday 05/12
£33
Friday 06/12
£29
Saturday 07/12
£31
Sunday 08/12
£38
Monday 09/12
£29
Tuesday 10/12
£34
Wednesday 11/12
£34
Thursday 12/12
£43
Friday 13/12
£42
Saturday 14/12
£43
Sunday 15/12

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 £17, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £24.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with £17. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

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.

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 £16 and takes 18h 0m. 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 £16 to £72. 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 80 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 Intercape and takes 2h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. 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 20:30. 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, Delta Coaches and Wezwe 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, Delta Coaches and Wezwe 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.

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

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

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