Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, 57 Carlyle Ave | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | No tags |
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Get from Orkney to Johannesburg
The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Orkney to Johannesburg 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 Orkney to Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Orkney to Johannesburg start from $29. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Orkney to Johannesburg?
The average bus travel time from Orkney to Johannesburg is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Orkney to Johannesburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Orkney to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Orkney to Johannesburg at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orkney to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Orkney to Johannesburg generates an estimated 4 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 Orkney to Johannesburg?
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 Orkney to Johannesburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Orkney to Johannesburg?
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 Orkney to Johannesburg?
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.
The cheapest trip from Orkney to Johannesburg was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Orkney to Johannesburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $110 for a bus ticket from Orkney to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-30.
