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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Soweto
    Departure location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Soweto
    Departure location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Soweto
    Departure location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Soweto
    Departure location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Soweto
    Departure location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Soweto to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$1
Average bus trip duration45m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure03:30
Distance10 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Soweto to Johannesburg Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Soweto - Johannesburg

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

    The journey from Soweto to Johannesburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 13 miles (20 km).

  2. How can I get from Soweto to Johannesburg without driving?

    You can reach Johannesburg from Soweto by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Soweto to Johannesburg was searched and found on 19 Aug 2025 with a price of US$1

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

You can expect to pay from US$1 to US$1 for a bus ticket from Soweto to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$1, which is on 2025-08-23.

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 Soweto and Johannesburg!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Soweto 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 Soweto to Johannesburg.

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

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!

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

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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