Bus from Cradock to Johannesburg: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cradock to Johannesburg on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Park Station, 96 Rissik St.CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:04 PM SAST.

Get from Cradock to Johannesburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 45mAverage Duration
705 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cradock to Johannesburg by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cradock to Johannesburg start from $40. The average price for this route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus travel time from Cradock to Johannesburg is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 705 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cradock to Johannesburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Cradock to Johannesburg at 8:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    A bus trip from Cradock to Johannesburg generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cradock to Johannesburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11-25
$74
11-26
$107
Today
$101
11-28
$106
11-29
$81
11-30
$81
12-01
$79
12-02
$77
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cradock to Johannesburg was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $129 for a bus ticket from Cradock to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-02.

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.

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