Bus Tickets from Johannesburg to Smithfield (Free State), ZA

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Bus Johannesburg to Smithfield: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$28
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 40m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure12:15pm
Distance484 km
Latest bus departure8:00pm

Johannesburg to Smithfield Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Smithfield (Free State), ZA

  1. How long does it take to get to Smithfield from Johannesburg by bus?

    The bus ride from Johannesburg to Smithfield takes 7h 40m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Smithfield in about 6h 35m.

  2. What is the distance between Johannesburg and Smithfield?

    The distance between Johannesburg and Smithfield is approximately 471 km (292 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Smithfield?

    Buses departing from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg in Johannesburg will take you to Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) in Smithfield.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Smithfield?

    The least expensive option to go from Johannesburg to Smithfield would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$18, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Johannesburg to Smithfield?

    The bus from Johannesburg to Smithfield will cost you US$28, on average.

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$37 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Smithfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-05-28.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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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 Smithfield.

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 Smithfield.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Smithfield, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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