Bus from Johannesburg to Jamestown, ZA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Jamestown on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Skulpspruit MotorsCheapestFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Jamestown - Skulpspruit Energy VP Garage (N6)No tags
Citiliner PlusBus
Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Jamestown (Skulpspruit Garage)No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Skulpspruit MotorsNo tags
Eagle LinerBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Skulpspruit MotorsNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:09 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Jamestown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
9hAverage Duration
561 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Jamestown, ZA 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 Johannesburg to Jamestown?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Jamestown start from $25. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Johannesburg to Jamestown?

    The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Jamestown is 9h, covering a distance of 561 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Ramalo.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Milta Coaches, Citiliner, Ramalo, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, ilulaBus, Greyhound South Africa, Citilink.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Jamestown at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Johannesburg to Jamestown generates an estimated 14 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 Johannesburg to Jamestown?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

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

    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 Johannesburg to Jamestown?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
01-28
$31
01-29
$33
Today
$36
01-31
$30
02-01
$27
02-02
$38
02-03
No data
02-04
$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Jamestown, ZA was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $147 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Jamestown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-02-01.

Usually Eagle Liner 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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