Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly and courteous staff. The buses are described as comfortable, clean, tidy, and well-organized. Additionally, passengers appreciated being able to charge their phones during the journey. Despite a minor delay in departure for one trip mentioned by users, arrivals were on time overall.
I didn't enjoy anything, they made me late for a meeting by 45mins
Racist tendent
1 out of 5 stars
Megan S.
Great experience on my first intercape bus trip. Thr bus driver and assistance were lovely. The bus was a few minutes late departing but we arrived on time at my destination. It was a smooth trip. Will defiantly book with Intercape again
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Rustenburg
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 Rustenburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Rustenburg start from €23. The average price for this route is around €24. 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 Rustenburg?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Rustenburg is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 96 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Rustenburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Rustenburg?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Rustenburg at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 12:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Rustenburg?
A bus journey from Johannesburg to Rustenburg produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
22/01
€19
23/01
€18
Today
€18
25/01
€18
26/01
€18
27/01
€18
28/01
€18
29/01
€18
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Rustenburg was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €18
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Rustenburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €18 to €21 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Rustenburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €18, which is on 2026-01-25.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Rustenburg was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €18