According to customer reviews, there are concerns about poor customer care and instances where the driver left passengers behind despite their efforts to catch the bus.
I was told had missed the bus because it left earlier that what was on my ticket and was forced to get on big city which i dont know if it has same standards. It is late on schedule as i am still on the bus. I am really disapointed
2 out of 5 stars
Lenin M.
I had to sit in the middle seat of the 3 seats side. The problem was the guy sitting by the window was over sized taking up 1 1/2 seat space and the guy sitting at the end was determined to sit in his full seat space. I had to sit beding forward in my seat from Paarl till Bloem. As a result of this my right hip and all the muscles in my body is painful today. I don't know if I will use intercape again. When I booked my seat down to Paarl for the 13 Dec I got the sleepliner and was very impressed. For the same price I booked my seat back Paarl to JHB and got the budget liner. I have raised this with the driver yesterday after the first stop and was told I have to phone the help line. I told them I was unable to cause my phone was on 25% and that I could not even charge my phone for 2 reasons. I am being swatched in my seat as the guy next to me was taking up halve off my seat due to his side yet they insisted that a 3rd person sit next to me as it was a 3 seater. I also advised him that the charge ports was for UBS and my phone needs c type charge point. Yet infront 2 small children we seated with more than enough space. The driver for most of our stops didn't even say where we stopped and since my phoned died cause I was unable to charge it I was in the dark most of the time as to where I was in my yourney .I really have nothing good to say about my budget liner trip.
1 out of 5 stars
Adeile H.
Bad, the driver left me behind even if I tried chasing the bus and showing him my ticket, he left me behind
Based on 2747 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $35
APMWC Paarl Johannesburg recent customer reviews
Poor time management. The bus says,they will departure at 6:15 pm but we end up departure at 9:48pm .l'm so frustrated really.
1 out of 5 stars
Kudakwashe C.
1st time I used this bus company.
Very very bad services.
The bus did not arrive to pick up the passenger.
I had to buy another ticket
1 out of 5 stars
Willem B.
First off all they were very late and didn't apologize for that,they had many unnecessary long stops and we arrived late were supposed to arrive at 07:30but arrived at 12:00 imagine I had an interview to attend and my baby was getting cold, I'll never book that bus again
According to customer reviews, there are mixed opinions about the service. Some customers express satisfaction with the staff and services provided. However, others mention poor hygiene on the bus, specifically mentioning ants, as well as significant delays in departure times. These issues have been consistent across multiple reviews and have caused inconvenience for some passengers.
The driver yelled at me for being late , he crush out on me and I didn't even respond besides saying sorry. He told me I shouldn't say sorry
1 out of 5 stars
Busisiwe M.
I was 19:40there by shell waiting for the bus up to 2:54 no bus come the depart time was 20:00 and im still in paarl and i dont have ani money to buy another bus ticket and lost my job because of the bus
Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the driver's informative communication and uplifting atmosphere with gospel music. However, there were concerns about overbooked seats, multiple ticket checks, and delays on a journey that was supposed to be an upgrade from Eagle Liner to Intercity XpressMusic.
Driver was a prayer warrior and playing gospel music and also they were informative about the trip
5 out of 5 stars
Effort Brett N.
The bus wasn't Eagle Liner, it was intercity XpressMusic supposed to be an upgrade. The seats on the bust were overbooked, there were 3 ticket checks and far too many delays
Based on 11041 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at $39
According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service provided by this bus company. The main issues mentioned include significant delays, incorrect departure addresses on tickets, and overbooking of seats resulting in children having to share seats. Additionally, there were reports of cockroaches on the bus and frequent breakdowns during the journey. Despite some positive comments about staff behavior, overall customer experiences have been negative due to these various problems encountered during travel.
Wez We Coaches Paarl Johannesburg recent customer reviews
Late departure u don't keep time ,as we speak was supposed to arrive at 5 im still inside bus there was exchange ppl are standing 10 of them with no seats ,ur services are very bad I'll nvr recommend anyone to travel with ur company
1 out of 5 stars
Vanessa Mpho B.
Bus drivers were allowing people to hike them, the bust got late 4 hours because of that. Metro Police stopped us 3 times and they bribed them 3 times. It was an awful trip
1 out of 5 stars
Bayanda N.
I ended up not using the bus because it didn't arrive I'll recommend to exchange my ticket and book for my return
Atlantic offers 1 daily buses from Paarl to Johannesburg. Though the average price for this trip is $59, you can find tickets starting at $58. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 1050.
Users have noted that the drivers were friendly and provided a pleasant experience overall. However, there are concerns about delays in arrival times and the safety of drop-off points, particularly in Johannesburg where passengers felt unsafe due to surrounding touts.
I wish I could but Bus decided to Ghost me thereafter I had to go back home at 22:30 for a Bus I booked 20:00
1 out of 5 stars
Phawulethu N.
The experience was nice only tht the bus did delay in coming to pick me up.The drivers were friendly.And I was not impressed by the point of drop in Joburg. The place were the bus drop people is not safe.At least find a better place to drop off people.By the tym the bus stop it is surrounded by touts.
4 out of 5 stars
Jimmy N.
I didn’t enjoy anything I wasn’t picked up by any bus I was left in the rain I waited for it but it never showed up
Based on 3063 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $62
Big Sky Express Paarl Johannesburg recent customer reviews
The bus was exellent just the 2 ladies infront had their seats reclined for the full 19 hours nd i had no space to even stretched my feet nd its swollen nd my body aches the space thre was almst non each time I had to get out of the bus for the break I had to ask them to just move fwd thr seats nd the guy next to me same issue
Based on 55 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Nobles ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $41
Based on 5 reviews, Hartley Tours was rated 1.8 stars for this trip. Hartley Tours ticket prices on this trip start at $61, with the trip lasting on average 900.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl 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 Paarl to Johannesburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Johannesburg start from $35. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Paarl to Johannesburg?
The average bus travel time from Paarl to Johannesburg is 18h, covering a distance of 1213 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by Wez We Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Johannesburg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Paarl to Johannesburg?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Johannesburg at 11:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Johannesburg?
A bus trip from Paarl to Johannesburg generates an estimated 30 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 Paarl to Johannesburg?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl to Johannesburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Paarl to Johannesburg?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paarl to Johannesburg?
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.
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$48
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$164
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$86
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$86
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$78
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$61
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The cheapest trip from Paarl to Johannesburg was searched and found on Nov 26, 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 Paarl to Johannesburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $178 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-02.
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The cheapest trip from Paarl to Johannesburg was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $48
