How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Gwanda?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Gwanda start from $43. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Gwanda?

The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Gwanda is 14h, covering a distance of 368 miles (593 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Regional Bus Coaches .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Gwanda route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Swiss Express , Intercity Xpress , Imperial Lane , Regional Bus Coaches .

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

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Gwanda at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Gwanda generates an estimated 15 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 Gwanda?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Swiss Express , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 385 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Swiss Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Swiss Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Gwanda?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Swiss Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Johannesburg to Gwanda from $46 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Gwanda on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Braamfontein (Powerhouse)	14h	5:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Braamfontein (Powerhouse)	13h	5:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	Fastest
Bus	5:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	15h 15m	8:45am	Gwanda (Chicken Inn)	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Mayfair (Eaglecity) - 110 Clifton St, Mayfair, Johannesburg, 2108	15h 45m	8:45am	Gwanda (Chicken Inn)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Gwanda on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Powerhouse Bus Station, Simmonds St	14h	6:30am	Glow Petroleum Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Braamfontein (Powerhouse)	13h	5:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Powerhouse Bus Station, Simmonds St	14h	7:00am	Glow Petroleum Station	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Johannesburg (Park Station) - Johannesburg, Park Station, 96 Rissik Street	13h 30m	6:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	15h 15m	8:45am	Gwanda (Chicken Inn)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Gwanda on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Johannesburg (Park Station) - Johannesburg, Park Station, 96 Rissik Street	13h 30m	6:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Braamfontein (Powerhouse)	13h	5:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	Fastest
Bus	2:00pm	Braamfontein (Powerhouse)	14h 30m	4:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Johannesburg (Park Station)	15h 15m	8:45am	Gwanda (Chicken Inn)	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Braamfontein (Powerhouse)	14h	5:30am	Gwanda - Gwanda, Zimbabwe	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:16 AM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Gwanda

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

14hAverage Duration

368 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Gwanda?

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
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D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
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E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Map
F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
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Stops in Gwanda

A
Gwanda
A6, Glow Petroleum Service Station, Gwanda, Zimbabwe
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Compare bus companies

Swiss Express

4.5/5409 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi3.2

Users have shared positive experiences with Swiss Express, highlighting the friendly staff and overall great service. Many felt impressed by the trip's quality, describing it as safe and enjoyable. However, there were some concerns about WiFi connectivity not working during travel and a parcel being lost on one occasion.

Swiss Express Johannesburg Gwanda recent customer reviews

Very safe ,friendly staff and all was super super great. Indeed Swiss Express will be always be my first choice.

Msekeli M.

September 26, 2025

The bus did take time anyway I was so impressed with the service, only WiFi was not connecting, but that is not the end of the world , we were like flying

Isaac M.

July 8, 2025

The trip was fine, but some my parcel was lost

Moses N.

August 9, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,871 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.

Imperial Lane

3/576 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

Regional Bus Coaches

ZW bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Gwanda 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 Gwanda?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Gwanda start from $43. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Gwanda?
The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Gwanda is 14h, covering a distance of 368 miles (593 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Regional Bus Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Gwanda route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Swiss Express, Intercity Xpress, Imperial Lane, Regional Bus Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Gwanda?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Gwanda at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Gwanda?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Gwanda generates an estimated 15 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 Gwanda?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Swiss Express, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Gwanda?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Swiss Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to Gwanda?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Swiss Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Gwanda?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Swiss Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

01/08

$48

01/09

$48

Today

$48

01/11

$50

01/12

$49

01/13

$47

01/14

$46

01/15

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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Gwanda was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $57 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Gwanda based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually Swiss Express 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.