How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Gaborone?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Gaborone start at R 365. The average price for this route is around R 732. 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 Gaborone?

The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Gaborone is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 274 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Gaborone route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Hope Diamond Transport , Intercape .

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

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Gaborone at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Gaborone produces an estimated 7 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 Gaborone?

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 44567 reviews.

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

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

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

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 Gaborone?

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.

Bus Johannesburg to Gaborone from R 466 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Johannesburg to Gaborone on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Gaborone on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Gaborone on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags

Next departures from Johannesburg to Gaborone on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	7h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags
Bus	11:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	8h 45m	19:45	Intercape Office, Queens Road (Shell Kudu Service Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:52 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Gaborone

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 365, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

7h 45mAverage duration

274 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Gaborone?

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 Gaborone

A
Gaborone
Kudu Shell Service Station, Queens Rd, Gaborone, Botswana

Compare bus companies

Hope Diamond Transport

2.5/523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.3

Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Hope Diamond Transport ticket prices on this trip start at R 365

Hope Diamond Transport Johannesburg Gaborone recent customer reviews

Bus left late around 4pm instead of scheduled 3pm.arrived late at boarder left boarder late too

Sethunya M.

10 December 2025

Intercape

3.5/544 723 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Many users have shared positive experiences with Intercape, highlighting the friendly and accommodating staff, punctuality, clean buses, and overall excellent service. However, some reviews mention minor issues such as non-functional charging ports and a lack of Wi-Fi on board. Despite these points, customers generally express satisfaction with their travel experience.

Intercape Mainliner Johannesburg Gaborone recent customer reviews

The bus was almost one hour late in Joburg, we had to change to original 866 bus in Pretoria. When we had a bread, nobody told me about it, or its length. And finally the the car broke some kilometers before Gaborone Good thing was that there came a taxi to bring me to my destination. Which I had to pay.

Tauno V.

25 October 2025

The bus was late and then broke down outside Swartruggens. We were stranded for 3 hours waiting for a replacement bus. I was supposed to arrive at my new job at 19h00 - which of course I did not.

Jeaundre T.

23 September 2025

The overall trip was okay, but too many stops along the way and no refreshments for passengers.

Chimuka M.

16 August 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Gaborone 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 Gaborone?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Gaborone start at R 365. The average price for this route is around R 732. 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 Gaborone?
The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Gaborone is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 274 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Gaborone route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Hope Diamond Transport, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Gaborone?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Gaborone at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 15:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Gaborone?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Gaborone produces an estimated 7 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 Gaborone?
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 44567 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Gaborone?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Gaborone?
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 Gaborone?
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

18/12

R 537

19/12

R 580

Today

R 473

21/12

R 578

22/12

R 704

23/12

R 599

24/12

R 600

25/12

R 472

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Gaborone was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 472

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

You can expect to pay from R 472 to R 810 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Gaborone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 472, which is on 2025-12-25.