Johannesburg to Cape Town Bus and Coach

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Johannesburg to Cape Town Route Overview

Johannesburg to Cape Town bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 34 daily bus departures available, including 33 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg at 07:15h, arriving at Cape Town at 09:15h the following day. While the latest bus departs at 19:15h, arriving at 12:15h the same day.
Departure station and country Johannesburg, South Africa
Arrival station and country Cape Town, South Africa
Travel Distance 867 mi
Average Trip Duration 11h 00min
Total Departures 34
Lowest Price £25
Transportation Options Coach, Plane



Traveling by coach from Johannesburg to Cape Town

The shortest travel distance between Johannesburg and Cape Town is 867 mi. The fastest coach which departs at has a travel time of 02:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 20:00h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Cape Town earlier, there are 33 overnight coaches from Johannesburg to Cape Town. The overnight coaches depart between 11:30 and 19:15 and arrive at the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Cape Town:
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Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Johannesburg or Cape Town coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £25 (One-Way) or £50 (Return).

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