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Today10 Aug
from US$24
Tomorrow11 Aug
from US$21
Tue12 Aug
from US$21
Wed13 Aug
from US$21
Thu14 Aug
Fri15 Aug
Sat16 Aug
Sun17 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Margate
    Destination location: Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Margate
    Destination location: Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Margate
    Destination location: Margate - Hibiscus Mall
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal
    Arrival time: 11 August at
    Destination city: Margate
    Destination location: Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 August at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Margate
    Destination location: Margate - Hibiscus Mall
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Johannesburg to Margate

Bus
Average priceUS$20 - US$93Average duration10h 10m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average priceUS$28 - US$94Average duration11h 35m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Johannesburg to Margate

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Margate. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
10h 10mAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Johannesburg to Margate, ZA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$27
Average bus trip duration10h 10m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure08:30
Distance349 miles
Latest bus departure22:00

Johannesburg to Margate Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Margate, ZA

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

    The distance between Johannesburg and Margate by coach is approximately 349 miles (563 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel 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
08/08
US$29
09/08
US$20
Today
US$21
11/08
US$19
12/08
US$19
13/08
US$19
14/08
US$22
15/08
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Margate, ZA was searched and found on 11 Aug 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$42 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Margate, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-08-11.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

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 Margate!

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 Margate.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Johannesburg to Margate will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

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!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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