Many users have praised the professionalism and helpfulness of the staff, highlighting a smooth booking process and comfortable journeys. The buses are well-maintained with necessary amenities like charging ports and clean toilets. However, some reviews mention occasional delays at departure times or border crossings, as well as limited legroom on packed buses.
the bus arrived late. we only left around 11pm.
the toilet was smelling bad. tv dont work. no internet, they need to put internet. driver wont allow injured passenger to go out on stops to relax. so many
2 out of 5 stars
Eddy H.
We waited for the bus for 3 hours and it delayed us to arrive the estimated time we had planned
1 out of 5 stars
Nabilah M.
Não gostei do cacto de ter que esperar 2h porque um grupo de pessoas brancas não tinha visto. Foi desrespeito pelo cacto de ninguém da tripulação ao menos avisar o que estava a acontecer e nem mesmo nos pedir desculpas!
Users have praised the friendly and helpful staff as well as the overall route. However, there were consistent mentions of significant delays at departure times and issues with seat quality, including broken seats.
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 1.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Etrago ticket prices on this trip start at $40
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Johannesburg - Maputo
What is the distance between Johannesburg and Maputo?
About 282 miles (455 km) separate Johannesburg and Maputo.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo?
If you're headed to Maputo from Johannesburg, chances are that your bus will leave from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg and arrive at Tropical Air Tours. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/04
$37
10/05
$35
Today
$37
10/07
$33
10/08
$37
10/09
$41
10/10
$36
10/11
$36
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $33
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Maputo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $105 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Maputo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-10-07.
Usually Intercape, Tornado Bus 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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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Maputo!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Johannesburg to Maputo.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Johannesburg to Maputo.
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Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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