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Compare all timetables for the bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from various bus operators like Intercape, Eagle Liner or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today
$22
tomorrow
$21
Thursday
$21
Friday
$21
Saturday
$21
Sunday
$20
Monday
$21

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 15h 15m 4:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $22
APM 14h 10m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:10 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $22
Greyhound South Africa 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $26
Intercape 17h 30m 5:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 11:00 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $30
Big Sky Intercity 21h 0m 10:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:00 PM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $46

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 10m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:10 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
City to City 15h 40m 5:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:10 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $23
Eagle Liner 15h 15m 4:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $24
Greyhound South Africa 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $27
Intercape 18h 45m 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:00 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $30

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 25m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:25 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
Eagle Liner 15h 15m 4:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $22
City to City 16h 0m 5:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $23
Greyhound South Africa 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $28
Intercape 14h 55m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:25 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 13h 20m 6:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:05 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
APM 14h 10m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:10 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
City to City 15h 40m 5:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:10 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $23
Greyhound Australia 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $27
Intercape 14h 45m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:15 AM Port Elizabeth Railway Station  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercity Xpress 15h 45m 4:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:15 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
APM 14h 25m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:25 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
Eagle Liner 13h 20m 6:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:05 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $23
Greyhound South Africa 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $28
Intercape 18h 45m 12:15 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:00 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $30

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 13h 20m 6:45 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:05 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $20
Intercity Xpress 15h 15m 4:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
APM 14h 10m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:10 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
Greyhound Australia 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $28
Intercape 14h 55m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:25 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 14h 25m 6:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 8:25 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $21
Eagle Liner 15h 15m 4:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 7:45 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $22
City to City 15h 40m 5:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:10 AM Port Elizabeth Bus Station  Economy $23
Greyhound Australia 16h 30m 5:00 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:30 AM Port Elizabeth Eldo House  Economy $28
Intercape 14h 55m 6:30 PM Johannesburg Park Station 9:25 AM Port Elizabeth Intercape Office  Economy $29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is $20 on 11/9/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth

See here how frequent the connections between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 49 daily buses from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 38 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 210 buses from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, with 99 offers.

Facts about the bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Compare all providers like Intercape, Eagle Liner and Big Sky Intercity that travel 44 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 13h 20m
Earliest Bus 12:15 PM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 44 Ø
Distance 555.6 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Intercity Xpress, APM, City to City, Greyhound South Africa and Greyhound Australia

Cheapest bus connections from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Every day, 44 buses from 8 bus companies leave Johannesburg for Port Elizabeth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/05/2025 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $20, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, with $20. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth, 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 Port Elizabeth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

These are the most booked bus companies between Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from our users.

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth

Greyhound South Africa
lorraine newell, 12/13/2024
I will never travel nor recommend Greyhound. We departed 2hours later so technically we arrived in Port Elizabeth 3hours later. Drivers are negligent when overtaking want to overtake when vehicles ar ... I will never travel nor recommend Greyhound. We departed 2hours later so technically we arrived in Port Elizabeth 3hours later. Drivers are negligent when overtaking want to overtake when vehicles are approaching. Hard braking. Vehicle cuts out while in motion. Bus needs to be fumigated
Intercape
Asemahle Mancayi , 8/12/2024

The service was great and the ride was good but slow and did not arrive on the stated time

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth

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

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 Port Elizabeth? Compare all modes of transports from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

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

FAQs about the Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth bus

How much does a Johannesburg Port Elizabeth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 13h 20m to reach Port Elizabeth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 8 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $47. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Port Elizabeth.

On average, how many connections are available from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth each day?

Every day, the Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth bus route is served by approximately 44 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth take?

The fastest bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is offered by Eagle Liner and takes 13h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

The earliest bus arriving in Port Elizabeth from Johannesburg starts at 12:15 PM. 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 Port Elizabeth?

The latest bus trip departing from Johannesburg for Port Elizabeth starts at 10:00 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 Port Elizabeth route?

When traveling by bus from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, passengers can travel with Intercape, Eagle Liner and Big Sky Intercity. 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 Port Elizabeth?

You can check all the direct connections between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth 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, Eagle Liner and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Johannesburg and to Port Elizabeth

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

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