Customers consistently praise the service for its cleanliness, friendly and professional staff, and overall pleasant travel experience. The buses are well-maintained with helpful amenities like phone charging options. However, some reviews mention minor issues such as limited leg space for taller passengers or faulty USB slots on certain seats.
I am satisfied the only shortfall is the 🚌 should have two stops on mainland south africa where there's good sanitary toilets 🚻 service and shops
5 out of 5 stars
Lloyd B.
I enjoyed the schedule, but I didn't like for not following the timming and arriving later then planned. I also didn't like to see TV's on the bus and not being used in the long trip.
3 out of 5 stars
Alvino R.
The bus drivers need to learn English, especially because they transport people to places that speaks English. I struggled to understand anything they said and they were not nice
Customers have praised the friendly service and comfortable seats, mentioning it as value for money. Some appreciate the absence of toilet facilities to avoid unpleasant odors. However, concerns were raised about a driver using a cell phone while driving. Overall, multiple reviews highlight positive experiences with scheduled stops and timely arrivals on the bus journey.
Nothing nothing good nor nice about our first experience, I can’t even explain how it was, it was so terrible 🙈🙈🙈
1 out of 5 stars
Buhle M.
The ticket departure time said 8pm however the bus only left at 10pm without any communication from them as we sat outside waiting. At the border gate we spent 1 hour 30 minutes without being told what the hold up is, we arrived in johannesburg at 8:30am. The service is made so bad by the lack of communication and made to wait without an explanation.
2 out of 5 stars
Nonhlanhla M.
Friendly, comfortable seats, it's value for money if one is not fussy. It's a good thing that they don't have toilet facilities, since most of the times, toilets became a source of bad smells. They stopped twice for refreshments, and the bus arrived as scheduled.
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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Where are the popular stops in Maputo and Johannesburg?
Stops in Maputo
A - Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South AfricaKerk Street
Frequently asked questions for your trip Maputo - Johannesburg
How far is Maputo from Johannesburg?
About 282 miles (455 km) separate Maputo and Johannesburg.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Maputo to Johannesburg?
Most of the buses traveling from Maputo to Johannesburg leave from Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c and arrive at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Johannesburg?
Once in Johannesburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Gold Reef City, Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, FNB Stadium, Wonder Cave and Soweto.
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$37
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$36
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$33
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$35
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$36
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The cheapest trip from Maputo to Johannesburg was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of $33
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You can expect to pay from $33 to $74 for a bus ticket from Maputo to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-10-06.
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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 Maputo and Johannesburg!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Maputo to Johannesburg, get comfy and count the stars.
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 Maputo to Johannesburg.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Maputo to Johannesburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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The cheapest trip from Maputo to Johannesburg was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of $33
