Intercape offers a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience, with friendly staff and clean buses frequently highlighted by users. Many passengers appreciate the overall service quality, although some mention occasional delays in arrival times. Additionally, there are reports of non-functional charging ports on certain trips. Despite these minor issues, Intercape maintains a positive reputation among travelers for its comfort and attentive drivers.
Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
Everything was fair,but they couldn't keep arrival time to my destination. Too many stops and pickups along the way and they were 3hours late too my destination
1 out of 5 stars
Thembinkosi M.
We traveled from Port Elizabeth at 1:00 PM on an extremely hot bus. Despite several stops for passenger pickups over a period of approximately six hours, we were not allowed to get out for fresh air. We were only given a 15-minute break later that night in Queenstown. We arrived 2hr late in Johannesburg. Bus was for 1:00pm - 7:54am
2 out of 5 stars
Nomfundo K.
The experience was so bad. The pipelines for the toilets burst and that flooded the floors of the bus. This resulted in boarders slipping and falling and an unsanitary situation as some boarders were infants.
Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting that the buses were clean and equipped with charging facilities. Additionally, passengers appreciated having a heater on board, contributing to an overall enjoyable journey.
APMWC Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
The space in the bus very small. Weird smell. Driver kept on postponing release stops and the arrival time was 2 hours 30 minutes + late. It was long.
1 out of 5 stars
Tshepo M.
I never enjoyed the trip ,stopped at garages with no toilets and the driving was bad.
2 out of 5 stars
Vuyani A.
The chairs are too small, the person supposed to sit next to me was literally sitting on my lap the entire ride.
Many users have praised the bus service for its punctuality, cleanliness, and comfortable seating. The drivers are often described as professional and helpful. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functional charging ports and air conditioning, lack of onboard toilets leading to frequent stops, tight legroom on long journeys, occasional delays in arrival times due to various reasons like late departures or weather conditions affecting the buses' condition during travel.
Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
Driver not friendly and stubborn. Aircond was on whole night and also opened his windows cause he didn't want to sleep. Please make a plan for people with kids those kids cry all night and clean toilets and arrive on time
1 out of 5 stars
Thutuzelo B.
I took Intercity Express,I enjoyed everything the bus was so clean and thier service was topnotch
5 out of 5 stars
Nokuthembela M.
The bus was very cold. Conditioner was on but still very cold. I suffer from flu as I type this message
Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and professionalism of the drivers. The trips were generally on time with helpful staff contributing to a pleasant journey. However, there was an isolated incident where a pothole caused significant delays in reaching their destination. Overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
Big Sky Express Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
I was supposed to be at park station at 8:15am but now it's after 1pm am still on the way we've got 2 brakedowns
1 out of 5 stars
Sivuyile B.
The driver was very rude he didn't want to give us stops to rest I don't like him
1 out of 5 stars
Phetheni N.
the trip was nice it was only that pothole that caused chaos thus causing us to arrive very late at our destination
Passengers have consistently praised the service for its punctuality, cleanliness, and comfort. The staff is frequently noted as friendly and helpful. However, there are some concerns about driving speed and limited breaks during trips. Overall, travelers appreciate the reliable service provided by this bus company and express interest in booking future rides with them.
Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the fact that we arrived safely but the bus was smelling bad and cold.
2 out of 5 stars
Gavin W.
The journey was alright and comfortable, however the bus driver barely stopped for breaks
3 out of 5 stars
Olontando C.
The bus was clean, for a pregnant woman I enjoyed the comfort of their reclining chairs. The bus was on time, nothing beats punctuality. The drivers and the lady assistant were amazing! Thank you for a beautiful ride. Definitely will book again in future.
Based on 14 reviews, Citiliner was rated 3.8 stars for this trip. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at US$51, with the trip lasting on average 930.
Greyhound Dreamliner Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
We had a leak so I understand why we were late. But help should've arrived sooner
2 out of 5 stars
Nthato Julie M.
Staff was friendly the bus hardly stopped for refreshments yet it arrived late and there were no plastic bags to throw away rubbish
4 out of 5 stars
Noncedo K.
The departure point was not well communicated and cannot be found on the tickets. The rest of the trip was good
Greyhound receives praise for its professional and friendly staff, timely departures, clean buses, and smooth rides. Passengers appreciate the comfort and organization during their journeys. However, there are occasional mentions of non-functioning USB ports on long trips and issues with air conditioning that could be improved to enhance passenger satisfaction further. Overall, Greyhound is recognized as a reliable choice for budget-friendly travel experiences.
Greyhound Port Elizabeth Johannesburg recent customer reviews
It was a great experience, bus was on time,in a very good condition and everything else was good i honestly don’t have any complaints
4 out of 5 stars
Simangele F.
Greyhound is very poor with their services we had mechanical failure which delayed me up to 5 hours later that's very unprofessional I will never use Greyhound bus ever in my life
1 out of 5 stars
Nakampe Petrus R.
My bus arrived at 5:30 it delayed to come and worse they took time to clean it am so disappointed I won’t lie
A good way to travel this route is with Webber Coaches buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at US$83 and the shortest trip taking about 1185. Webber Coaches gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$30
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Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg?
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
Frequently asked questions on the trip Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg
How much does a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?
The average travel time between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg is around 15h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 892 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg?
The number of buses from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?
When taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?
Buses travelling between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg leave from CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St. or Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central) and arrive at O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg , Southgate Shopping Centre, Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station.
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20, which is on 2025-11-01.
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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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$20
