How much is the bus ticket from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg start from $27. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

The average bus travel time from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 399 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Phalaborwa to Johannesburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

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

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

A bus trip from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1911 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner , with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Phalaborwa to Johannesburg from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Johannesburg on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	10h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	11h 10m	6:10pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Johannesburg on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	11h 10m	6:10pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	10h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Johannesburg on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	10h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	11h 10m	6:10pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Johannesburg on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	11h 10m	6:10pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	10h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Johannesburg on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	10h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	11h 10m	6:10pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:57 PM SAST.

Get from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 55mAverage Duration

399 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,269 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 44269 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $36

Intercape Mainliner Phalaborwa Johannesburg recent customer reviews

It was comfortable as much

Nomvula N.

October 28, 2025

Customer care

Bukelwa M.

August 3, 2025

Very good

Olothando M.

April 19, 2025

Citiliner

3.5/51,968 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.7

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Customers have expressed their appreciation for the friendly and excellent service provided by the driver. The bus journey from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg was smooth, with passengers noting that communication from the driver was both pleasant and informative.

Citiliner Plus Phalaborwa Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Friendly and Our Driver was excellent!!! Thankyou so much. Bus went well, awsome people on bus.I really have to Thank Our Driver again. From Phalaborwa to Johannesburg

Mick M D.

May 8, 2024

No aircon, no ventilation. Was like a oven from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg. Absolutely unacceptable

Schalk D.

September 18, 2023

Journey was horrible 😢 My luggage lost and I haven't received it yet and I have arrived in My Country Lesotho now.. I am hopeless that I will received it as I since send the Message to the Greyhound help center and till today no reply..I lost My Sports shoe cost R5100 inside the bag and Running kit as I am a Marathon run.

Tsepo M.

August 2, 2023

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phalaborwa 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg start from $27. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
The average bus travel time from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg is 10h 55m, covering a distance of 399 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Phalaborwa to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1911 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

$46

12-03

$36

Today

$46

12-05

$44

12-06

$36

12-07

$43

12-08

$44

12-09

$42

The cheapest trip from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $82 for a bus ticket from Phalaborwa to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-06.

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.