Bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on November 30
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
Fastest
Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on December 1
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Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Art and Cultural History Museum
CheapestFastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
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Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on December 2
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Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Art and Cultural History Museum
CheapestFastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on December 3
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Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Art and Cultural History Museum
CheapestFastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on December 4
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Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Art and Cultural History Museum
CheapestFastest
Bus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Bus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on December 5
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Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Art and Cultural History Museum
CheapestFastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Bus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Next departures for Johannesburg to Empangeni on December 6
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Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Art and Cultural History Museum
CheapestFastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Bus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
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Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
BP Garage, John Ross Service Station
No tags
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:24 PM SAST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Empangeni
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Empangeni. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the drivers' professionalism and safe driving skills. The journeys were generally on time with friendly staff contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. However, some users noted issues such as insufficient breaks during long trips, uncomfortable seating near toilets, bus changes without notice, and non-functional charging ports.
In these times of living we use phones as means of communication but the charging points on the bus are usb cable for charging but does not cater for c-type cables. I have travelled on city to city bus from Joburg to Durban and it catered for both charging ports c-type and usb.
2 out of 5 stars
Theophilus M.
The bus departed late from parkstaion...30min late,it sounded unsafe,the toilet was spilling over,commuters were smoking inside ...we were suppose to arrive at 9.30 ended up being passed by buses who left 2hour later than us,21.30 bus reached empangeni at 11 am this was the most horrible experience
1 out of 5 stars
Myeni W.
The bus arrived 2 hours behind schedule. We were in durban for 2-3 hours with no one informing is about the delay. We were treatef like parcels
Based on 1946 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $34
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Empangeni 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 Empangeni?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Empangeni start from $34. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Empangeni?
The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Empangeni is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 475 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Citiliner.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Empangeni route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Empangeni at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1911 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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
11-28
$71
11-29
$48
Today
$73
12-01
$48
12-02
$48
12-03
$48
12-04
$48
12-05
$56
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $48
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Empangeni, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $91 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-01.
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.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $48
