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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
$24
tomorrow
$23
Sunday
$23
Monday
$28
Tuesday
$26
Wednesday
$26
Thursday
$26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 20h 45m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:45 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $24
Wezwe Coaches 15h 0m 7:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 10:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $24
Intercape 19h 0m 7:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Basic $31
Delta Coaches 16h 0m 7:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $32
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:40 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $34

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Wezwe Coaches 18h 0m 3:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $23
APM 18h 45m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $25
Eagle Liner 17h 35m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 6:35 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $34
Delta Coaches 20h 0m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $35
Intercity Xpress 19h 30m 11:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station 7:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Wezwe Coaches 18h 30m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $23
APM 18h 19m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 4:19 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Basic $28
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 8:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:40 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  Basic $32
Eagle Liner 17h 35m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 6:35 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $32
Intercape 19h 0m 7:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 45m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $28
Eagle Liner 17h 15m 6:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $32
Intercity Xpress 18h 10m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:40 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $34
Big Sky Intercity 19h 50m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:50 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $41
Delta Coaches 20h 0m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $41

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 20m 8:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:20 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $26
Big Sky Intercity 19h 50m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:50 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $41
Eagle Liner 17h 35m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 6:35 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $42
Intercape 20h 45m 12:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:45 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $44
Intercity Xpress 19h 30m 11:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station 7:00 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 45m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $26
Eagle Liner 17h 15m 6:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:00 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $29
Big Sky Intercity 19h 50m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:50 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $41
Intercape 19h 50m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:50 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $44
Greyhound South Africa 20h 0m 11:30 AM Johannesburg Park Station 7:30 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $44

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 45m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $26
Big Sky Intercity 19h 50m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 12:50 PM Cape Town Darling Bus Stop  First Class $47
City to City 17h 35m 1:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 6:35 AM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $47
Intercape 19h 45m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:15 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $48
Greyhound South Africa 20h 30m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 2:30 PM Cape Town Civic Center  Economy $48

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town is $21 on 12/16/2025. Flexible travelers 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 93 daily buses from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 45 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 258 buses from Johannesburg to Cape Town, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Cape Town, with 78 offers.

Facts about the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Compare all providers like Intercape, APM and Delta Coaches that travel 78 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cape Town starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus $21
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Bus 11:30 AM
Latest Bus 8:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 78 Ø
Distance 784.2 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, APM, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Wezwe Coaches, Big Sky Intercity, F F Gertse, Greyhound US and 1 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Every day, 78 buses from 11 bus 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 12/19/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
$24
Saturday 12/20
$23
Sunday 12/21
$21
Monday 12/22
$26
Tuesday 12/23
$23
Wednesday 12/24
$24
Thursday 12/25
$24
Friday 12/26
$24
Saturday 12/27
$24
Sunday 12/28
$41
Monday 12/29
$26
Tuesday 12/30
$26
Wednesday 12/31
$23
Thursday 01/01
$26
Friday 01/02
$30
Saturday 01/03
$36
Sunday 01/04
$37
Monday 01/05
$37
Tuesday 01/06
$30
Wednesday 01/07
$43
Thursday 01/08
$37
Friday 01/09
$41
Saturday 01/10

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 $21, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cape Town, with $23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $36.

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 buses 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.

Wezwe Coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Wezwe Coaches

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

Cheapest Price $23
Fastest Bus 12h 0m
Earliest Bus 7:00 PM
Last Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 12/19/2025

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 $32
Fastest Bus 15h 54m
Earliest Bus 7:00 PM
Last Bus 7:05 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 12/19/2025

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

Delta Coaches
Vista, 12/8/2025

The reviews are not lying, nor are they the exception. Your trip will not be different. Do not book this Bus, it's not worth it.

F F Gertse
shoni, 10/6/2025
Poor management, Dirt , Workers rude, Bus ended on accident. I will never use it. Why their Buses are not Branded as the Ticket, what I know Bus/ Taxi must be Written the names of the owner e.g F ... Poor management, Dirt , Workers rude, Bus ended on accident. I will never use it. Why their Buses are not Branded as the Ticket, what I know Bus/ Taxi must be Written the names of the owner e.g FF GERTSE.
Greyhound South Africa
Boipelo M, 8/10/2025
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The bus was warm but not well ventilated. It was for the most part a good experience but they need to do regular fumigation as the cockroaches are so many and ... The staff was very friendly and helpful. The bus was warm but not well ventilated. It was for the most part a good experience but they need to do regular fumigation as the cockroaches are so many and they come out at night
Greyhound South Africa
Ray, 5/13/2025
The bus was dirty and grimy, inboard toilet facilities were filthy and only one toilet/refreshment stop on a 19 hour trip. Bus was swarming with cockroaches. Was told not to open windows but the air o ... The bus was dirty and grimy, inboard toilet facilities were filthy and only one toilet/refreshment stop on a 19 hour trip. Bus was swarming with cockroaches. Was told not to open windows but the air on was never switched on. During the night the heaters were turned up so high you couldn’t sleep it was so sweaty and uncomfortable, even the sealed chocolate in my cooler bag melted. No covers on the headrests. Lots of rubbish from previous trips, broken table rest. Very dissatisfying
F F Gertse
Bavuyise Mbaqo, 4/12/2025
Your bus should not be operating at all ,it's written park station on the slip but we had to walk out of park station to get the bus , your luggage fee is way too expensive,you don't even have luggage ... Your bus should not be operating at all ,it's written park station on the slip but we had to walk out of park station to get the bus , your luggage fee is way too expensive,you don't even have luggage tags and when we arrive in Colesburg ultra city we had to exchange the bus with the one coming from Cape town so we were worried about whether our stuff was safe or not you are so unprofessional
F F Gertse
Obakeng, 3/21/2025
This is the worst of the worst. Time keeping is not part of the business here. Your ops controller is nonsensical. That doesn’t not even deserve employment with client interaction. You can do better ... This is the worst of the worst. Time keeping is not part of the business here. Your ops controller is nonsensical. That doesn’t not even deserve employment with client interaction. You can do better but as for I’m never booking this bus and would never recommend anyone to do so.
F F Gertse
Ntombi nkosi, 2/2/2025
The bus was super late, the staff very rude and don't care about people. These people dont deserve to operate at all. The bus itself the seats were coming off and windows were a nightmare waiting to h ... The bus was super late, the staff very rude and don't care about people. These people dont deserve to operate at all. The bus itself the seats were coming off and windows were a nightmare waiting to happen. I wouldn't recommend it to my worst enemy. Waste of money and time.
Delta Coaches
T Sampson, 1/31/2025
I AM HORRIFIED! AS I TYPE THE DRIVER IS OUTSIDE LETTING PEOPLE IN THE BUS-I MEAN CASH PAYMENTS, HE CAME CLOSE TO WHERE I AM SITTING AND WAS ASKING THE OTHER TWO GUYS TO GIVE HIM R1000 AND HE WILL LET ... I AM HORRIFIED! AS I TYPE THE DRIVER IS OUTSIDE LETTING PEOPLE IN THE BUS-I MEAN CASH PAYMENTS, HE CAME CLOSE TO WHERE I AM SITTING AND WAS ASKING THE OTHER TWO GUYS TO GIVE HIM R1000 AND HE WILL LET THEM IN! HE SAID WE I'LL NOT STAY LONG HERE - ON OUR SUPPOSED FIRST STOP AND THAT WE ARE NOT STOPPING FOR BREAK BUT IT'S ABOUT 30 MINUTES WE'VE BEEN HERE AND HE'S JUST COLLECTING CASH FROM PEOPLE AND THEY'RE GETTING IN THE BUS(NO TICKETS RECEIVED BY PEOPLE GETTING IN THE BUS). I WONDER IF THE BOSS KNOWS THAT THE DRIVERS ARE MAKING MONEY OUT OF HIS BUSINESS WOW SOUTH AFRICA RIGHT! FOR MORE INFORMATION-THIS IS THE BUS THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO LEAVE AT 7PM FROM PARK STATION AND LEFT BEFORE 8PM. I WILL NEVER IN MY LIFE RECOMMEND THIS BUS NEVER!!!!
Delta Coaches
Latoya, 12/30/2024
If there was a zero rating I would rate negative. The bus delayed for almost an hour from Johannesburg, had a breakdown twice (Colesberg and Beaufort west) in Colesberg we waited for 4 hours and in B ... If there was a zero rating I would rate negative. The bus delayed for almost an hour from Johannesburg, had a breakdown twice (Colesberg and Beaufort west) in Colesberg we waited for 4 hours and in Beaufort west for more than 6 hours and I booked a random taxi I paid extra just to be at home. There was no communication nothing. Oohhh the toilet was dirty smelling and the bus was so filthy. This bus needs to be banned. People don't be fooled by the price this is shit bus. I dont recommend it to anyone.
F F Gertse
Nolwandle Mthombeni, 12/30/2024
The bus driver WAS ABUSIVE, AGGRESSIVE, HOSTILE ,THE DRIVERS NAME IS BRIAN, HE DOESN'T KNOW HOW TO SPEAK TO PEOPLE AND HE WAS RUDE, I WAS ATTACKED PERSONALLY AND I DO NOT FEEL SAFE, I DO NOT RECOMMEN ... The bus driver WAS ABUSIVE, AGGRESSIVE, HOSTILE ,THE DRIVERS NAME IS BRIAN, HE DOESN'T KNOW HOW TO SPEAK TO PEOPLE AND HE WAS RUDE, I WAS ATTACKED PERSONALLY AND I DO NOT FEEL SAFE, I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS BUS TO ANYONE AT ALL.

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Cape Town

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Service and Comfort on the bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses 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 bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 18h 30m to reach Cape Town. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 11 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $163. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cape Town.

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

Every day, the Johannesburg to Cape Town bus route is served by approximately 78 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town is offered by Intercape and takes 2h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $124. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Cape Town from Johannesburg starts at 11:30 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town?

The latest bus trip departing from Johannesburg for Cape Town starts at 8:00 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 Johannesburg Cape Town route?

When traveling by bus from Johannesburg to Cape Town, passengers can travel with Intercape, APM and Delta Coaches. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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 Johannesburg to Cape Town 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 Johannesburg Cape Town 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 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 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 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 78 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 78 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

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.

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