Bus from Maputo to Johannesburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Maputo to Johannesburg on March 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Luciano Luxury CoachesBus
Post office, Baixa
The Troyeville HotelCheapestFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags
Luciano Luxury CoachesBus
Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo
The Troyeville HotelNo tags
EtragoBus
Maputo (Etrago)
21 Siemert Rd, JohannesburgNo tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:21 PM CAT.

Get from Maputo to Johannesburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
10h 25mAverage Duration
454 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maputo to Johannesburg 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 Maputo to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Maputo to Johannesburg start from $47. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Maputo to Johannesburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Luciano Luxury Coaches, Etrago.

  3. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Maputo to Johannesburg at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

  4. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maputo to Johannesburg?

    A bus trip from Maputo to Johannesburg generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  5. What is the best bus company from Maputo to Johannesburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45777 reviews.

  6. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Maputo to Johannesburg?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

  7. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Maputo to Johannesburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Maputo to Johannesburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
03-22
$44
03-23
$45
Today
$45
03-25
$45
03-26
$45
03-27
$45
03-28
$45
03-29
$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Maputo to Johannesburg was searched and found on Mar 22, 2026 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $87 for a bus ticket from Maputo to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-03-25.

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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