Customers appreciate the friendly drivers and comfortable buses provided by Intercape. They also value the safety of the service. However, some users have mentioned concerns about high prices and occasional issues with cleanliness, such as cockroaches on board.
The worst ever! They claimed the bus left us whereas I was at Parkstation & on the que by 16h00. The officials suggested we take Uber to Vereeniging to meet the bus there. We waited at the pickup point until around 20h00. When a bus arrived, they were not passing by Cradock (my drop off). We asked to be dropped at Queenstown instead but the drivers charged us R500 extra. I doubt our bus ever left Parkstation & the experience was the worst & costly one ever. I demand a full investigation and to be compensated for the ordeal.
1 out of 5 stars
Sinethemba N.
I love using intercape, very friendly drivers also the buss is very comfortable happy passenger although they can do something about the cockroaches
5 out of 5 stars
Robyn H.
I’m very happy, the prices where way too high though, I’m glad this is a safe bus though
Passengers have reported that the drivers are safety-conscious and the seating is comfortable, accommodating even larger individuals. However, there were consistent mentions of delays in departure times. Additionally, some users noted issues with loud air conditioning and outdated USB charging ports not compatible with newer phones lacking entertainment options on board.
The bus was supposed to leave at 16h00 but we left at 20h10 from Johanessburg, I was very very angry as it costed me more with refreshments
1 out of 5 stars
Zuziwe T.
It was very comfortable I mean the seats are big enough for a big guy like me it’s accommodates me, what I didn’t like the fan or air conditioning was too loud it doesn’t not allow me to change on my own and the charging port is still usb some of our phones are c types and the is not entertainment on the TVs
3 out of 5 stars
Lubabalo Q.
Missed bus however I called to have my ticket moved to the following day,they refused so I lost my money to people who want to be rich out others expense.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Cradock
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cradock?
The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Cradock start from £19. The average price for this route is around £36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Cradock?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Cradock is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 437 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Cradock route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Cradock?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Cradock at 16:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Cradock?
A bus journey from Johannesburg to Cradock produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Cradock?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Cradock?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Cradock?
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 Cradock?
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
25/11
£17
26/11
£34
Today
£62
28/11
£54
29/11
£50
30/11
£39
01/12
£38
02/12
£31
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Cradock was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £17
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cradock as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £62 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cradock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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 Cradock was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £17
