How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?

The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch start from £20. 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.

How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?

The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch is 18h 15m, covering a distance of 764 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 15m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Stellenbosch route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch at 13:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.

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

A bus journey from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?

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.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?

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.

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

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.

Bus Johannesburg to Stellenbosch from £40 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h 50m	09:50	Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff)	No tags
Bus	13:00	Johannesburg (Park Station)	18h 15m	07:15	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags
Bus	18:00	Johannesburg (Park Station)	19h 35m	13:35	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags
Bus	13:00	Johannesburg (Park Station)	18h 15m	07:15	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags
Bus	13:00	Johannesburg (Park Station)	18h 15m	07:15	STELLENBOSCH - MERRIMAN LAAN BUS STOP	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stellenbosch. The journey takes about 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

18h 15mAverage duration

764 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£20 - £70	Average duration18h 15m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£36 - £91	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Stellenbosch?

Stops in Johannesburg

A
O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg
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B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
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C
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
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D
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

Stops in Stellenbosch

A
Stellenbosch - Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff)
Merriman Laan Busstop under footbridge (taxi dropoff), Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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APM WC

2/52,783 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,109 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Customers have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the comfort and enjoyment of their trips. Many appreciated the overall experience and expressed a desire to bring family members on future journeys. However, some noted minor issues with other passengers reclining seats too far back.

Big Sky Express Johannesburg Stellenbosch recent customer reviews

Juss fine , I booked a big sky the next thing we given an inter cape bus but overall everything was just fine the bus was there on time and excetprtra

Keotshepile M.

19 January 2025

Very comfortable and everlasting experience next time I'm taking my whole family with me. However, some passengers were stubborn and wanted to recline on top of others.

Mxolisi G.

14 December 2023

No complaints,I enjoyed my trip

Thabisile N.

14 June 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch

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

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch start from £20. 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.
How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch is 18h 15m, covering a distance of 764 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 15m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Stellenbosch route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch at 13:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
A bus journey from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch?
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

02/12

£41

03/12

£25

Today

£41

05/12

£42

06/12

£41

07/12

£41

08/12

£46

09/12

£46

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £25

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

You can expect to pay from £25 to £46 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Stellenbosch based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-12-07.