Bus from Johannesburg to Carletonville: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Carletonville on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)Cheapest
    Intercity XpressBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)Fastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags
    Big SkyBus
      Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
      Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags
      GreyhoundBus
      Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
      Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:07 PM SAST.

      Get from Johannesburg to Carletonville

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      15bus per day
      1h 5mAverage Duration
      62 kmDistance
      2kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Carletonville by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Carletonville start from $27. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Carletonville is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 62 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.

      3. Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Carletonville route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Carletonville at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        A bus trip from Johannesburg to Carletonville generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Carletonville?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      12-02
      $31
      12-03
      $29
      Today
      No data
      12-05
      $26
      12-06
      No data
      12-07
      $26
      12-08
      No data
      12-09
      $33
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Carletonville was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $26

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

      You can expect to pay from $26 to $116 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-05.

      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.

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