Passengers appreciate the professional service and comfort provided by the bus company, noting that drivers are attentive to passenger needs. The buses meet standards with comfortable seating and reliable schedules. However, some users have mentioned concerns about luggage identification due to a lack of tags for bags during travel.
I did enjoy professional service but only the time wasn't what initially mentioned
5 out of 5 stars
Sakabunda H.
Intercity crew have good public relations and the bus is up to standard with comfortable seats.
Try to improve on the toilet side probably by providing sprays to keep the smell low
4 out of 5 stars
Njabulo M.
The services are bad need to become more orginaised as we do not even have tags for our bags to Idenify ourselves with if someone jumps off before me they can leave with bag that does not belong to them thats how is it actually easy
Users have shared positive experiences with Intercape, highlighting the comfort of the buses and punctuality. Many appreciated smooth journeys, clean vehicles, and excellent communication from drivers. However, some noted issues such as non-functional charging ports and TVs. Despite these minor concerns, travelers generally found their trips enjoyable and would consider using Intercape again.
The price from Johannesburg to Upington was double to what it was 2 months ago. R630 from Upington to Johannesburg 07/11/24. R1330 for a one way is just ripping off
2 out of 5 stars
Fungai M.
Intercape personal very disciplined and on time. Only concern is that TV's not working , phone charging points not working but the journey was excellent.
5 out of 5 stars
Fra K.
What i enjoyed is that it was warm and nice what i didnt enjoy is that it arrived late and i had to go toe work at that time and it's we had to go put of the bus at the first roboots of Upington becouse the bus stack there
Based on 419 reviews, the company was rated 1.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the WiFi. FF Gertse ticket prices on this trip start at $62
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Upington 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 Upington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Upington start from $29. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Upington?
The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Upington is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 717 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Upington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Intercape, FF Gertse.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Upington?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Upington at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Upington?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Upington generates an estimated 18 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 Upington?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Upington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Johannesburg to Upington?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Upington?
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
11-27
$53
11-28
$88
Today
$88
11-30
$88
12-01
$53
12-02
$49
12-03
$49
12-04
$49
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Upington was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $49
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Upington, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $150 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-04.
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 Upington was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $49
