Bus from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadCheapestFastest
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    FORT BEAUFORT - TOTAL GARAGE, R63, FORT BEAUFORT, 5720No tags
    Eagle LinerBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, R63, Fort Beaufort, 5720No tags
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Fort Beaufort - Total Garage, Grahamstown RoadNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:47 SAST.

    Get from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    4bus per day
    12h 55mAverage duration
    462 milesDistance
    19kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort start from £15. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 journey from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 462 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h and is operated by APM WC.

    3. Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort at 16:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:30.

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

      A bus journey from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      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.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort?

      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.

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

      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
    26/11
    £29
    27/11
    £27
    Today
    £44
    29/11
    £34
    30/11
    £34
    01/12
    £29
    02/12
    £29
    03/12
    £29
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £27

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

    You can expect to pay from £27 to £56 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Fort Beaufort based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-03.

    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.

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