Find coaches from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg

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Next departures from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWC
Umzimkhulu - Total Energies Garage
Johannesburg (Park Station)Cheapest
Eagle Liner
R56 Umzimkhulu
Johannesburg (Park Station)Fastest
Intercape Budgetliner
Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags
Big Tree Coaches
UMZIMKHULU
Johannesburg (Park Station)No tags
Citiliner Plus
UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu
Park Station, 96 Rissik St.No tags

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Get from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg

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The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
8h 15mAverage duration
489 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Umzimkulu to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$32
Average bus trip duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure11:30
Distance488 km
Latest bus departure23:45

Umzimkulu to Johannesburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Umzimkulu - Johannesburg

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg cost?

    The bus ticket price from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg starts at US$22. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg?

    The average travel time between Umzimkulu and Johannesburg is around 8h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 489 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Umzimkulu and Johannesburg?

    The number of buses from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg?

    When taking the bus from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eagle Liner, Intercape, Big Tree.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$23
29/10
US$21
Today
US$21
31/10
US$21
01/11
US$21
02/11
US$21
03/11
US$21
04/11
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-11-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Umzimkulu to Johannesburg.

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Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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