How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to George?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to George start from $28. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to George?

The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to George is 17h 10m, covering a distance of 630 miles (1017 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to George route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Greyhound South Africa , Intercity Xpress .

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

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to George at 3:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to George generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to George?

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 45626 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to George?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 George?

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 George from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to George on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	17h 5m	8:40am	Sasol Garage, N2, George	Cheapest
Bus	3:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	16h 5m	7:35am	GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529	Fastest
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	16h 55m	8:30am	GEORGE (ST MARKS SQUARE) - 59 Cathedral Street, George	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to George on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	17h 5m	8:40am	Sasol Garage, N2, George	Cheapest
Bus	3:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	16h 5m	7:35am	GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529	Fastest
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	16h 55m	8:30am	GEORGE (ST MARKS SQUARE) - 59 Cathedral Street, George	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to George on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	17h 5m	8:40am	Sasol Garage, N2, George	Cheapest
Bus	3:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	16h 5m	7:35am	GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529	Fastest
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	16h 55m	8:30am	GEORGE (ST MARKS SQUARE) - 59 Cathedral Street, George	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to George on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	17h 5m	8:40am	Sasol Garage, N2, George	Cheapest
Bus	3:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	16h 5m	7:35am	GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529	Fastest
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	16h 55m	8:30am	GEORGE (ST MARKS SQUARE) - 59 Cathedral Street, George	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to George on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	16h 5m	7:35am	GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	17h 5m	8:40am	Sasol Garage, N2, George	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	16h 55m	8:30am	GEORGE (ST MARKS SQUARE) - 59 Cathedral Street, George	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to George on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	16h 5m	7:35am	GEORGE - RAILWAY STATION, STATION STREET, GEORGE, 6529	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	17h 5m	8:40am	Sasol Garage, N2, George	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	18h	9:15am	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	16h 55m	8:30am	GEORGE (ST MARKS SQUARE) - 59 Cathedral Street, George	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:26 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to George

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

17h 10mAverage Duration

630 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and George?

Stops in Johannesburg

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

Stops in George

A
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station), George Industria, George, 6536, South Africa
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B
Sasol N2
Sasol Garage, 437 N2, George, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape Sleepliner receives praise for its comfortable seating, cleanliness, and professional drivers. Many users enjoyed their trips and appreciated the seamless check-in process. However, some reviews mention issues with non-functional cellphone charging ports and occasional delays due to waiting for connecting passengers or other factors affecting arrival times.

Intercape Sleepliner Johannesburg George recent customer reviews

I absolutely loved everything! So comfortable, so clean, seamless check-in oh I was on an 18hr trip and I would do it again with Intercape Sleepliner!

Nokulunga N.

February 6, 2025

there was a delay by around 90 minutes, this delay caused us to arrive 2 hours later than the original ETA

Robert M.

December 12, 2024

The bus is good but we had to wait for someone who is connecting to our bus, the bus was an hour late to my destination

Sindisile S.

November 12, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its comfort and professional drivers who are attentive to passengers' needs. However, some reviews mention that buses can be delayed at times and the interior temperature may feel too cold for some travelers. Despite these minor issues, overall satisfaction remains high among users.

Greyhound Johannesburg George recent customer reviews

The bus was 3 hours late and there was no communication about when it was arriving ir that it was even going to be late

Ashleigh J.

November 3, 2025

The Greyhound workers are so loving and caring. I remember one of the drivers assisted a young lady from Mozambique who was traveling with a baby that was crying a lot. Though they had a language barrier since the lady couldn't understand even English, but he made some means.

Bethusile M.

October 23, 2025

The bus was comfortable and the driver professional. They were 40 minutes late though. They did however inform us of the delay timeously

Malcolm S.

May 31, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to George, ZA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to George?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to George start from $28. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to George?
The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to George is 17h 10m, covering a distance of 630 miles (1017 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 55m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to George route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to George?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to George at 3:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to George?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to George generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to George?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to George?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to George?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 George?
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

01/23

$35

01/24

$31

Today

$32

01/26

$31

01/27

$30

01/28

$30

01/29

$30

01/30

$31

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to George, ZA was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $90 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to George, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-01-27.

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.