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Compare all timetables for the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Maputo to Johannesburg from various bus operators like Intercape, Luciano or ETRAGO for the next days.
today
from $18
tomorrow
from $26
Saturday
from $31
Sunday
from $26
Monday
from $26
Tuesday
from $18
Wednesday
from $18

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ETRAGO
    9h 30m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Kerk Street
    0
    ETRAGO
    First Class
    $18
  • Translux
    9h 25m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Translux
    Economy
    $26
  • Translux
    9h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:35 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Translux
    Economy
    $26
  • Intercape
    9h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Bertrams
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $28
  • Intercape
    9h 50m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Maputo
    Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Bertrams
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    9h 10m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $26
  • City to City
    9h 30m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:50 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $26
  • Intercape
    10h 10m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Maputo
    Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop
    4:40 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $31
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    4:40 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $31
  • Luciano
    9h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Luciano
    Economy
    $31

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    9h 50m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $31
  • Intercape
    9h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $31
  • Luciano
    9h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Luciano
    Economy
    $31
  • Luciano
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Luciano
    Economy
    $31
  • ETRAGO
    9h 30m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Kerk Street
    0
    ETRAGO
    First Class
    $33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Maputo to Johannesburg via Matola, you can save more than $4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 13%
      8h 40m
      Maputo
      8 mi
      7:40 AM
      Matola
      Bus Stop
      4:20 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Germiston to Maputo via Johannesburg, you can save more than $26? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 84%
      1h 10m
      0 mi
      11:15 AM
      Germiston
      Train Station
      12:25 PM
      Johannesburg
      Baragwanath
      274 mi
      Maputo
      Economy
      $5
  • Did you know that if you travel from Maputo to Johannesburg via Germiston, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Computicket
      7h 5m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Maputo
      Bus Station
      1:35 PM
      Germiston
      Machado
      0
      Computicket
      Economy
      $19
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      0h 20m
      0
      1:45 PM
      Germiston
      Oosthuizen Str Bus Station
      2:05 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Translux
    9h 25m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Translux
    Economy
    $26
  • Translux
    9h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:35 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Translux
    Economy
    $26
  • Intercape
    9h 50m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $30
  • Intercape
    9h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $30
  • Luciano
    9h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Luciano
    Economy
    $31

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    9h 30m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:50 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $26
  • City to City
    9h 10m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $26
  • Intercape
    9h 50m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Maputo
    Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Bertrams
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $27
  • Intercape
    9h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Bertrams
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $27
  • Luciano
    9h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Luciano
    Economy
    $31

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ETRAGO
    9h 30m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Kerk Street
    0
    ETRAGO
    First Class
    $18
  • Intercape
    9h 50m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Maputo
    Av. 25 de Setembro Bus Stop
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Bertrams
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26
  • Intercape
    9h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Bertrams
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $26
  • Translux
    9h 25m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:10 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Translux
    Economy
    $26
  • Translux
    9h 50m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    5:35 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Translux
    Economy
    $26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ETRAGO
    9h 30m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Maputo
    Central Station
    5:00 AM
    Johannesburg
    Kerk Street
    0
    ETRAGO
    First Class
    $18
  • City to City
    9h 10m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:30 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $26
  • City to City
    9h 30m
    0
    7:20 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:50 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    $26
  • Intercape
    9h 50m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $28
  • Intercape
    9h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Maputo
    Bus Station
    4:20 PM
    Johannesburg
    Park Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    $28

Frequency of bus connections between Maputo and Johannesburg

See here how frequent the connections between Maputo and Johannesburg are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 29 daily buses from Maputo to Johannesburg. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 23 daily coaches between Maputo and Johannesburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 105 buses from Maputo to Johannesburg, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Maputo and Johannesburg, with 80 offers.

Facts about the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, Luciano and ETRAGO that travel 26 times every day by bus from Maputo to Johannesburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Maputo to Johannesburg starting from $18!

Cheapest Bus $18
Fastest Bus 8h 30m
Earliest Bus 6:30 AM
Latest Bus 8:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 26 Ø
Distance 282.3 miles
Bus Companies Intercape, Luciano, ETRAGO, Translux and City to City

Cheapest bus connections from Maputo to Johannesburg

Every day, 26 buses from 5 bus companies leave Maputo for Johannesburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/24/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/20
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
Wednesday 04/23
Thursday 04/24
$34
Friday 04/25
$34
Saturday 04/26
$31
Sunday 04/27
$26
Monday 04/28
$26
Tuesday 04/29
$26
Wednesday 04/30
$26
Thursday 05/01
$26
Friday 05/02
$26
Saturday 05/03
$31
Sunday 05/04
$26
Monday 05/05
$19
Tuesday 05/06
$20
Wednesday 05/07
$19
Thursday 05/08
$20
Friday 05/09
$19
Saturday 05/10
$28
Sunday 05/11
$20
Monday 05/12
$19
Tuesday 05/13
$20
Wednesday 05/14
$18
Thursday 05/15
$20
Friday 05/16
$19
Saturday 05/17

The cheapest time to travel from Maputo to Johannesburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Maputo to Johannesburg, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $18, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Maputo to Johannesburg. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $31.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Maputo to Johannesburg, with $18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $26.

How to save money travelling from Maputo 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 Maputo 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 Maputo 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 Maputo to Johannesburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Maputo to Johannesburg

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

Translux from Maputo to Johannesburg

Translux

Here you will find the key facts about the Translux bus route Maputo to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price $26
Fastest Bus 9h 25m
Earliest Bus 7:45 AM
Last Bus 7:45 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 4/23/2025

Luciano from Maputo to Johannesburg

Luciano

Here you will find the key facts about the Luciano bus route Maputo to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price $31
Fastest Bus 8h 30m
Earliest Bus 7:00 PM
Last Bus 8:40 PM
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 4/24/2025

City to City from Maputo to Johannesburg

City to City

Here you will find the key facts about the City to City bus route Maputo to Johannesburg:

Cheapest Price $26
Fastest Bus 9h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:20 AM
Last Bus 7:20 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 4/24/2025

All bus stations and stops in Maputo and Johannesburg

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

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 Maputo to Johannesburg? Compare all modes of transports from Maputo to Johannesburg.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg

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

FAQs about the Maputo to Johannesburg bus

How much does a Maputo Johannesburg bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $18 and takes 9h 30m to reach Johannesburg. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $18 and $73. 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 Maputo to Johannesburg each day?

Every day, the Maputo to Johannesburg bus route is served by approximately 26 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Maputo to Johannesburg take?

The fastest bus from Maputo to Johannesburg is offered by Luciano and takes 8h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $31. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Maputo to Johannesburg?

The earliest bus arriving in Johannesburg from Maputo starts at 6:30 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 Maputo to Johannesburg?

The latest bus trip departing from Maputo for Johannesburg starts at 8:40 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 Maputo Johannesburg route?

When traveling by bus from Maputo to Johannesburg, passengers can travel with Intercape, Luciano and ETRAGO. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Maputo and Johannesburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Maputo 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, Luciano and ETRAGO.

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

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Maputo 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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