How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Empangeni start at R 337. The average price for this route is around R 677. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Empangeni is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 474 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Empangeni route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Citiliner , Intercity Xpress .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Empangeni at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2004 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Empangeni?

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 Empangeni?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Johannesburg to Empangeni from R 295 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Empangeni on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	12h 25m	09:55	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Cheapest
	Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Fastest

Next departures from Johannesburg to Empangeni on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Johannesburg (Park Station)	9h 40m	17:30	Empangeni - Astron Energy Service Station, Cnr Tanner Rd and, John Ross Hwy, 3880	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	12h 25m	09:55	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Empangeni on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Johannesburg (Park Station)	9h 40m	17:30	Empangeni - Astron Energy Service Station, Cnr Tanner Rd and, John Ross Hwy, 3880	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Empangeni on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Empangeni on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Johannesburg (Park Station)	9h 40m	17:30	Empangeni - Astron Energy Service Station, Cnr Tanner Rd and, John Ross Hwy, 3880	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	12h 25m	09:55	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	12h 25m	09:55	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Empangeni on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Johannesburg (Park Station)	9h 40m	17:30	Empangeni - Astron Energy Service Station, Cnr Tanner Rd and, John Ross Hwy, 3880	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	10h 30m	09:30	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:51 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Johannesburg to Empangeni

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Empangeni. The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 337, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 30mAverage duration

474 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 337 - R 1 576	Average duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 528 - R 933	Average duration12h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Empangeni?

Stops in Johannesburg

A
O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg
B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica
Visit page
C
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Visit page
D
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

Stops in Empangeni

A
Art and Cultural History Museum
Museum and Tourist Office, 42 Turnbull Street
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 758 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the drivers' professionalism and safe driving skills. The journeys were generally on time with friendly staff contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. However, some users noted issues such as insufficient breaks during long trips, uncomfortable seating near toilets, bus changes without notice, and non-functional charging ports.

Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Empangeni recent customer reviews

Had a very bad experience, departure was delayed by 2 hours. The bus was left us on street between n Empangeni and Richard's Bay- not at the destination.

Nokuthula Nokukhanya M.

1 December 2025

In these times of living we use phones as means of communication but the charging points on the bus are usb cable for charging but does not cater for c-type cables. I have travelled on city to city bus from Joburg to Durban and it catered for both charging ports c-type and usb.

Theophilus M.

2 November 2025

The bus departed late from parkstaion...30min late,it sounded unsafe,the toilet was spilling over,commuters were smoking inside ...we were suppose to arrive at 9.30 ended up being passed by buses who left 2hour later than us,21.30 bus reached empangeni at 11 am this was the most horrible experience

Myeni W.

30 October 2025

Citiliner

3.5/52 013 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.6

Intercity Xpress

3/511 436 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Empangeni by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Empangeni start at R 337. The average price for this route is around R 677. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Empangeni is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 474 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Empangeni route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Empangeni at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2004 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Empangeni?
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 Empangeni?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

19/12

R 422

20/12

R 746

Today

R 536

22/12

R 967

23/12

R 662

24/12

R 589

25/12

R 590

26/12

R 331

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Empangeni was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 331

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

You can expect to pay from R 331 to R 967 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Empangeni based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 331, which is on 2025-12-26.

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.