What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Beaufort West?

Johannesburg and Beaufort West are 866 km (537 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Beaufort West?

Buses departing from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg will take you to Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop) in Beaufort West.

Bus Johannesburg to Beaufort West from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Beaufort West on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	12h 20m	1:20am	Beaufort West - Total Garage	Cheapest
Bus	6:45pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	10h 35m	5:20am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	13h 20m	12:50am	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	13h 20m	6:20am	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	1:20am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Beaufort West on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	11h 30m	12:30am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Cheapest
Bus	6:45pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	10h 35m	5:20am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	13h 20m	12:50am	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	1:20am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Johannesburg (Park Station)	12h 55m	12:25am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Beaufort West on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	5:25am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 25m	2:25am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	1:20am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	7:50am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Beaufort West on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	5:25am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 25m	2:25am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	Fastest
Bus	11:30am	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	1:20am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	13h 50m	7:50am	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:58 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Beaufort West

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

13h 20mAverage Duration

865 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,810 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers appreciate the service provided, mentioning clear communication and great speed on the road. However, some customers were disappointed by issues like a non-working charging port and lack of heating in cold weather. Additionally, complaints about the absence of a toilet and delays up to an hour were mentioned in multiple reviews.

Intercape Johannesburg Beaufort West recent customer reviews

Cool bus, great speed on the road,clear communication along stations,just that the but didn't have heater,was very cold

Mazwi K.

January 3, 2022

I enjoy the service I didn't enjoy the charging port was not working

Tinyiko N.

January 27, 2024

Firstly, there was no toilet 2ndly the bus was 1 hour late

Sindi Pearl M.

September 22, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,121 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9121 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $38

Greyhound Johannesburg Beaufort West recent customer reviews

I enjoyed there service..it was a lekker trip for a first timer

Chuene M.

August 1, 2025

APM WC

2/52,708 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510,237 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Users have noted that the buses are clean and well-maintained, providing a comfortable journey with skilled drivers. However, there is a common observation regarding delays in both departure and arrival times due to multiple stops along the route. Some passengers suggest improved communication for announcements during these stops.

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Beaufort West recent customer reviews

The bus was clean and warm , but it was late from the departure time to the arrival time, we arrived 3 hours later than the schedule time

Thabani M.

July 24, 2025

The bus was on time and very neat inside. The drivers drive well, journey itself went smooth. The driver do need a loudhailer or system for announcements so every.one can hear what he is saying when we stop. The bus is never on time as he has to pick up and drop off along the way, which is understandable.

Dawn C.

September 20, 2024

There was no aircon on the bus

Connor J.

January 8, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510,930 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Based on 10930 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Intercity Xpress Johannesburg Beaufort West recent customer reviews

The bus left late.. The noise was unbearable.. The bus didn't arrive to final destination on time..

Mashienyana S.

October 26, 2024

I enjoyed nothing at all...first i had to wait an hour for my bus,when it finally arrived,i got on the bus,drove until Bloemfontein,there they told me I'm on the wrong bus and had to wait for my bus which took 45minutes,while waiting there,i encountered a lady called Sara or Sarah or whatever,anyhow,that member does not know how to speak to people at all,think they should take the time and teach her.

Douglas S.

August 9, 2023

Late coming

Dikeledi M.

September 30, 2023

Atlantic

Big Sky

3.5/52,987 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Flexi City Connect

2.5/515 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Beaufort West?

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Southgate Shopping Centre

C - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

D - Bethrams

E - Eaglecity Kerk Street

F - Kerk Street

Stops in Beaufort West

A - Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Beaufort West by bus

What is the travel distance from Johannesburg to Beaufort West?
Johannesburg and Beaufort West are 866 km (537 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Beaufort West?
Buses departing from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg will take you to Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop) in Beaufort West.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-15

$36

11-16

$33

Today

$33

11-18

$35

11-19

$41

11-20

$52

11-21

$55

11-22

$55

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Beaufort West was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Beaufort West, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $90 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Beaufort West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.