Find coaches from Upington to Johannesburg

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Next departures from Upington to Johannesburg on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity Xpress
UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON
Johannesburg (Park Station)CheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags
Intercity Xpress
Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington.
Johannesburg (Park Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)No tags

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Get from Upington to Johannesburg

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The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
11h 35mAverage duration
717 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Upington to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average bus trip duration11h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure08:00
Distance716 km
Latest bus departure18:15

Upington to Johannesburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Upington - Johannesburg

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

    The bus ticket price from Upington to Johannesburg starts at US$26. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Upington 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 Upington to Johannesburg?

    The average travel time between Upington and Johannesburg is around 11h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 717 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Upington to Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Upington to Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Upington to Johannesburg?

    When taking the bus from Upington to Johannesburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, FF Gertse.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Upington to Johannesburg?

    Buses travelling between Upington and Johannesburg leave from Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street or Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre and arrive at O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg , Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station, Southgate Shopping Centre.

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$31
29/10
US$45
Today
US$35
31/10
US$29
01/11
US$26
02/11
US$26
03/11
US$26
04/11
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Upington to Johannesburg was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$26

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

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Upington to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-11-02.

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

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 Upington and Johannesburg!

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 Upington to Johannesburg.

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 Upington to Johannesburg.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Upington to Johannesburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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!

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