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Today5 Aug
from US$38
Tomorrow6 Aug
from US$37
Thu7 Aug
from US$32
Fri8 Aug
from US$37
Sat9 Aug
from US$34
Sun10 Aug
from US$34
Mon11 Aug
Tue12 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 6 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: 6 August at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 6 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo
    Operated by: Luciano Luxury CoachesLuciano Luxury Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: JOHANNESBURG (LUCIANO LUXURY COACHES)
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Avenida Zedequias Manganhela, Maputo
    Operated by: Luciano Luxury CoachesLuciano Luxury Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 6 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: 109 Kerk St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: Maputo
    Destination location: Maputo (Etrago)
    Operated by: EtragoEtrago
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Johannesburg to Maputo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure07:30
Distance280 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Johannesburg to Maputo Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Johannesburg to Maputo.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Maputo from Johannesburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Maputo

  1. What's the distance between Johannesburg and Maputo by coach?

    The distance between Johannesburg and Maputo by coach is approximately 282 miles (455 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Johannesburg to Maputo without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/08
US$37
04/08
US$34
Today
US$36
06/08
US$35
07/08
US$30
08/08
US$35
09/08
US$31
10/08
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on 7 Aug 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$47 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Maputo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-08-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Maputo!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Johannesburg to Maputo.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Johannesburg to Maputo.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Johannesburg to Maputo.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from Johannesburg to Maputo

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