How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Catembe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Catembe start from $37. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Catembe?

The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Catembe is 19h, covering a distance of 452 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Catembe route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Catembe?

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

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Catembe generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Johannesburg to Catembe from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Catembe on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	19h	4:30pm	Katembe - Tian Filling Stations Parcela 3F1, Tahlao 2/1 Bairro Chali	Cheapest
	Bus	9:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	19h	4:30pm	Katembe - Tian Filling Stations Parcela 3F1, Tahlao 2/1 Bairro Chali	Fastest

Next departures for Johannesburg to Catembe on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	19h	4:30pm	Katembe - Tian Filling Stations Parcela 3F1, Tahlao 2/1 Bairro Chali	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:48 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Catembe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19hAverage Duration

452 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,082 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 44082 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $37

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Catembe by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Catembe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Catembe start from $37. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Catembe?
The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Catembe is 19h, covering a distance of 452 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Catembe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Catembe?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Catembe at 9:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Catembe?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Catembe generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-26

$53

11-27

$52

Today

$62

11-29

$52

11-30

$78

12-01

$67

12-02

No data

12-03

$60

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Catembe was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $88 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Catembe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-29.