Bus from Johannesburg to Theunissen: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Theunissen on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Astron Garage, Piet Retief Street (OXD Motors)Cheapest
    Big Sky ExpressBus
      Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
      Astron Garage, Piet Retief Street (OXD Motors)Fastest
      Intercape SleeplinerBus
      Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
      Astron Garage, Piet Retief Street (OXD Motors)No tags
      Big Sky ExpressBus
        Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
        Astron Garage, Piet Retief Street (OXD Motors)No tags
        GreyhoundBus
        Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
        Oxd MotorsNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:17 PM SAST.

        Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Theunissen

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Theunissen. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        14bus per day
        5h 20mAverage Duration
        278 kmDistance
        7kgCO₂ emissions
        Average Price$29 - $169Average Duration5h 20m
        7kg CO₂e
        Shuttle
        Average Price$36 - $54Average Duration7h 45m
        9kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Theunissen 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 Theunissen?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Theunissen start from $29. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Theunissen?

          The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Theunissen is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 278 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Intercape.

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

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Theunissen at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

          A bus trip from Johannesburg to Theunissen generates an estimated 7 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 Theunissen?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

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

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
        11-27
        $25
        11-28
        $30
        Today
        $36
        11-30
        $29
        12-01
        No data
        12-02
        No data
        12-03
        $39
        12-04
        $33
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Theunissen was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $25

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

        You can expect to pay from $25 to $142 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Theunissen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-30.

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