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

today
$24
tomorrow
$31
Wednesday
$31
Thursday
$32
Friday
$31
Saturday
$38
Sunday
$38

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 55m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:55 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $24
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $30
Intercape 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $41
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 5:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $41
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $48

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $31
APM 19h 55m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 1:55 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $32
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $36
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 5:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $41
Intercape 19h 45m 10:15 AM Cape Town Civic Center 6:00 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  First Class $31
APM 19h 55m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:55 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $32
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $41
Intercity Xpress 18h 45m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 7:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $43
Intercape 20h 45m 11:30 AM Cape Town Civic Center 8:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 19h 55m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 1:55 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $32
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $32
Intercape 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $41
City to City 18h 15m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 5:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $41
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $48

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $31
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $33
APM 19h 55m 6:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 1:55 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $33
Intercape 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $38
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 6:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $49

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $38
APM 19h 55m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:55 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $39
Intercape 20h 45m 11:30 AM Cape Town Civic Center 8:15 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $44
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 6:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $48

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 19h 45m 5:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 12:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $38
Delta Coaches 16h 20m 4:10 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $38
APM 19h 55m 1:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center 8:55 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $39
Greyhound South Africa 19h 30m 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center 6:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $47
Eagle Liner 18h 15m 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center 6:45 AM Johannesburg Park Station  Economy $48

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg is $23 on 7/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg

See here how frequent the connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 53 daily buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 42 daily coaches between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 142 buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Johannesburg, with 60 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa that travel 47 times every day by bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus $23
Fastest Bus 16h 20m
Earliest Bus 10:15 AM
Latest Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 47 Ø
Distance 784.2 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky Intercity, City to City and MB Transport

Cheapest bus connections from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Every day, 47 buses from 9 bus companies leave Cape Town for Johannesburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
$23
Tuesday 07/28
$25
Wednesday 07/29
$25
Thursday 07/30
$25
Friday 07/31
$24
Saturday 08/01
$25
Sunday 08/02
$24
Monday 08/03
$26
Tuesday 08/04
$26
Wednesday 08/05
$24
Thursday 08/06
$26
Friday 08/07
$24
Saturday 08/08
$25
Sunday 08/09
$24
Monday 08/10
$24
Tuesday 08/11
$24
Wednesday 08/12
$24
Thursday 08/13
$24
Friday 08/14
$24
Saturday 08/15
$24
Sunday 08/16
$24
Monday 08/17
$24
Tuesday 08/18
$24
Wednesday 08/19
$24
Thursday 08/20
$24
Friday 08/21
$24
Saturday 08/22

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 $23, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Johannesburg, with $24. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $41.

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 a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

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 bus 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 buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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

Intercape from Cape Town to Johannesburg

Intercape

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

Cheapest Price $38
Fastest Bus 19h 20m
Earliest Bus 10:15 AM
Last Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Connections 20 Ø
Found on 7/16/2026

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 Bus 17h 35m
Earliest Bus 1:00 PM
Last Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 7/16/2026

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 $30
Fastest Bus 16h 20m
Earliest Bus 4:10 PM
Last Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 7/16/2026

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

Delta Coaches
Azile, 7/2/2026
How Delta Coach is still operating and in business with all these one star reviews is worrying. How they don't seem to improve or desire to better themselves is more concerning. What should have been ... How Delta Coach is still operating and in business with all these one star reviews is worrying. How they don't seem to improve or desire to better themselves is more concerning. What should have been a 24 hour trip at at most, turned to over 30 hours of travelling. This includes 12 hours of being stranded in the middle of the Cape Karoo due to the state of the bus that could have harmed customers (without food, water or bathroom facilities) , 6 plus hour delay, and 5 bus changes due to lack of permits and road safe vehicles. What a shame. First and last time booking with them and would advise against anyone booking with them.
Delta Coaches
Simbarashe Mahachi, 6/29/2026
I regret using this bus service,we were travelliing with kids,and we faced lateness of bus,lack of communication, then given the wrong bus which travelled a few KM then just parked of 6-7hrs for no r ... I regret using this bus service,we were travelliing with kids,and we faced lateness of bus,lack of communication, then given the wrong bus which travelled a few KM then just parked of 6-7hrs for no reason,they hired a bus for us in bad shape then refused to pay them thats why we wer parked there ,then we call Delta noone answers,we then get in contact with Manager who advised us he didnt know anything about it and would sort out something . These people do not care. what was supposed to be a 13hour trip ended up being a 26hr trip...Worse off we were dropped in Joburg instead of Pretoria what i booked for . Worst bus ever..
Delta Coaches
Siyethemba Nkosi, 6/27/2026

4 pm bus got delayed till after 10 pm. Just before 3 am bus tyre burst. Till now 8 am. No bus.stranded Boycott delta buses,for your safety and sanity

Wezwe Coaches
Margret Chimombe , 5/1/2026
I had a shit experience with this bus …. Very late and not punctual at all … too many stops . Both drivers are very stubborn and rude to passengers . They overload the bus and take money for cold drin ... I had a shit experience with this bus …. Very late and not punctual at all … too many stops . Both drivers are very stubborn and rude to passengers . They overload the bus and take money for cold drinks from pple . The police and metro should do something about these people
Greyhound South Africa
Ndivhaleni Sigama, 4/23/2026
You book Greyhound premium they bring a budget linear that is vandalized with no charging points. The bus broke down halfway and we had to wait 8 hours for another bus coming from joburg which was abo ... You book Greyhound premium they bring a budget linear that is vandalized with no charging points. The bus broke down halfway and we had to wait 8 hours for another bus coming from joburg which was about 750km from the breakdown. Greyhound is the new Roadlink, ridiculous bus.
Delta Coaches
Vuyo Mnyantsi, 4/19/2026

I even took a video. It raining an the water is entering the bus. Are these busses even road worthy? Who is responsible for this?

Delta Coaches
Leeann Pullenbach, 3/30/2026
I will never travel or suggest Delta bus service again. The bus was broken . The driver was on his cell phone most of the time I took pictures and videos . In the night almost made accident . Never st ... I will never travel or suggest Delta bus service again. The bus was broken . The driver was on his cell phone most of the time I took pictures and videos . In the night almost made accident . Never stopped for us to use toilet . Stopped at places to satisfy their needs on the road, it was the most horrible journey . My bus was for 4pm they did not tell me I ma leaving at 6pm with the other bus. The journey from Capetown to Johannesburg but this was when we had to change buses . It's sad how we all sat in that bus fearing because the driver stayed on his cell phone
Delta Coaches
Shadreck , 2/26/2026
They are very rough and crooks they deal with those guys of small cars packed out side to leave some passengers behind they will tell u to get a car to follow the bus I had to because my things where ... They are very rough and crooks they deal with those guys of small cars packed out side to leave some passengers behind they will tell u to get a car to follow the bus I had to because my things where in the bus ...the bus is very dirty its such a shit bus to use if u see it please run away
Translux
Patricia , 2/19/2026
I will never travel with Translux again. The drivers are unfriendly and not helpful if you ask something. No they ignore you. The bus seats smells. There is no charging points. The bus have noisy soun ... I will never travel with Translux again. The drivers are unfriendly and not helpful if you ask something. No they ignore you. The bus seats smells. There is no charging points. The bus have noisy sounds whilst driving like it's falling apart. It was my first and last.
Greyhound South Africa
Khanyisile Diphoto, 1/11/2026
First time in a greyhound bus and I am absolutely horrified with what I am experiencing. The bus is completely filthy. There is an infestation of cockroaches. One managed to crawl on my neck as I was ... First time in a greyhound bus and I am absolutely horrified with what I am experiencing. The bus is completely filthy. There is an infestation of cockroaches. One managed to crawl on my neck as I was sleeping. I am never taking this bus ever again. It's honestly disgusting.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Johannesburg

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg

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

FAQs about the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus

How much does a Cape Town Johannesburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 19h 55m to reach Johannesburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 9 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $104. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Johannesburg.

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

Every day, the Cape Town to Johannesburg bus route is served by approximately 47 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg is offered by Delta Coaches and takes 16h 20m. 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Johannesburg from Cape Town starts at 10:15 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Cape Town for Johannesburg starts at 6:30 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 Cape Town Johannesburg route?

When traveling by bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg, passengers can travel with Intercape, APM and Greyhound South Africa. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg 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 Cape Town Johannesburg 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 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 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 Cape Town to Johannesburg on your planned travel date.

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

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.

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