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Trip to Johannesburg

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Buses from Cape Town to Johannesburg

🚌 Embark on a scenic journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg by bus with daily services departing twice a day. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the approximately 17-hour and 35-minute ride through beautiful South African landscapes. 💰 Bus tickets between Cape Town and Johannesburg range from $21 to $65, offering an affordable and comfortable option for travelers seeking to explore the vibrant cities of South Africa.

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  • Yes, there is a direct bus service between Cape Town and Johannesburg. The bus departs twice daily from Cape Town and arrives in Johannesburg without any transfers. The journey duration is approximately 17 hours and 35 minutes, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to commute between these two cities.
  • You can catch the bus from Cape Town to Johannesburg at the Cape Town station. The service is operated by Eagle Liner, and the departure point is specifically designated as Cape Town station for this route.
  • The bus traveling from Cape Town to Johannesburg, operated by Eagle Liner, will arrive at Johannesburg station.
  • The cost of a bus ticket from Cape Town to Johannesburg ranges from $21 to $65, depending on the bus company, the time of booking, and the class of service selected.
  • There are two buses that depart daily from Cape Town to Johannesburg, operated by Eagle Liner. These services offer travelers the convenience of choosing from multiple departure times each day to suit their schedules. The journey duration between Cape Town and Johannesburg by bus is approximately 17 hours and 35 minutes. Ticket prices for these buses vary between $21 and $65, allowing passengers to select a fare that fits their budget.
  • The Cape Town to Johannesburg buses are generally less crowded during the mid-week days, such as Tuesday and Wednesday, as opposed to weekends when they tend to be more popular.
  • The first bus of the day from Cape Town to Johannesburg departs in the early morning, typically around 6:00 AM. The last bus of the day departs in the late evening, generally around 10:00 PM. Travelers have the option to choose between these two departure times to suit their travel preferences and schedules for the journey from Cape Town to Johannesburg.

Will you be returning to Cape Town by bus?

If you are on a return bus ride, check the buses from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

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Trips to Johannesburg