Many users have praised the bus service for its comfort, well-maintained buses, and professional staff. The drivers are often highlighted as skilled and courteous. However, some passengers noted issues such as delays at borders or departure times, limited legroom on packed buses, frequent stops to pick up passengers, and occasional seat discomfort near toilets. Despite these minor concerns, overall satisfaction with the journey remains high among travelers.
I really enjoyed the fact we had seat numbers for a change which made our live easy as we were traveling in group.
5 out of 5 stars
Tshepiso Primrose L.
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
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.
I only enjoyed that I got home. The rest is rest. They have a lot to get better in terms of condition of the vehicle and specially at QHSE. If they need any assistance. I'm here to help. The driver did a nice n safe trip dho
2 out of 5 stars
Osman A.
Worst traveling experience ever being late by 7 hours and missing out on the funeral I wanted to attend yet the Driver didn't even apologize.
1 out of 5 stars
Junior S.
Everything was fine except for the time,You said the bus will depart at 20H00 ,but we waited until 22H00
Users have reported that the bus ride was generally good, with a competent conductor. However, there were consistent mentions of delays in departure times across reviews. Additionally, some passengers noted language barriers during communication as announcements were made in Portuguese without translation assistance for non-Portuguese speakers.
The bus drive was good but they are not punctual, the departure time was set at 20:00 but the bus ended up leaving at 21:12. The bus conductor was also communicating in Portuguese which I hardly got and had to ask passengers for translation
3 out of 5 stars
Tumelo R.
Better, but they didnt depart on time
4 out of 5 stars
Takudzwa M.
Their promised a Lux bus but that was not the reality.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Maputo 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 Maputo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Maputo start from $21. The average price for this route is around $67. 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 Maputo?
The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Maputo is 10h, covering a distance of 451 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Luciano Luxury Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Maputo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Luciano Luxury Coaches, Etrago.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Maputo?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Maputo at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Maputo?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Maputo generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Maputo?
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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Maputo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Johannesburg to Maputo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Maputo?
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
12-13
$42
12-14
$58
Today
$46
12-16
$46
12-17
$46
12-18
$46
12-19
$46
12-20
$46
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $42
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 $42 to $127 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 $46 which is on 2025-12-17.
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.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Maputo was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $42
