How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cradock?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cradock start from $24. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Cradock?

The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Cradock is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 437 miles (705 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Cradock route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Cradock at 4:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Johannesburg to Cradock generates an estimated 18 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 Cradock?

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 Cradock?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cradock?

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.

Bus Johannesburg to Cradock from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Cradock on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	12h 10m	5:10am	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Cradock on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	12h 10m	5:10am	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Cradock on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	12h 10m	5:10am	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Cradock on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	12h 10m	5:10am	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags

Next departures for Johannesburg to Cradock on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	Fastest
Bus	4:45pm	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	11h 20m	4:05am	Caltex Garage/Adamis Fuel	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	12h 10m	5:10am	Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:04 PM SAST.

Get from Johannesburg to Cradock

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

437 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Cradock?

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
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
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D
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

Stops in Cradock

A
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors), Cradock, 5880, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,518 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers appreciate the friendly drivers and comfortable buses provided by Intercape. They also value the safety of the service. However, some users have mentioned concerns about high prices and occasional issues with cleanliness, such as cockroaches on board.

Intercape Sleepliner Johannesburg Cradock recent customer reviews

The worst ever! They claimed the bus left us whereas I was at Parkstation & on the que by 16h00. The officials suggested we take Uber to Vereeniging to meet the bus there. We waited at the pickup point until around 20h00. When a bus arrived, they were not passing by Cradock (my drop off). We asked to be dropped at Queenstown instead but the drivers charged us R500 extra. I doubt our bus ever left Parkstation & the experience was the worst & costly one ever. I demand a full investigation and to be compensated for the ordeal.

Sinethemba N.

July 17, 2025

I love using intercape, very friendly drivers also the buss is very comfortable happy passenger although they can do something about the cockroaches

Robyn H.

June 18, 2024

I’m very happy, the prices where way too high though, I’m glad this is a safe bus though

Hlumela J.

April 13, 2022

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,226 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Passengers have reported that the drivers are safety-conscious and the seating is comfortable, accommodating even larger individuals. However, there were consistent mentions of delays in departure times. Additionally, some users noted issues with loud air conditioning and outdated USB charging ports not compatible with newer phones lacking entertainment options on board.

Greyhound Johannesburg Cradock recent customer reviews

The bus was supposed to leave at 16h00 but we left at 20h10 from Johanessburg, I was very very angry as it costed me more with refreshments

Zuziwe T.

June 6, 2025

It was very comfortable I mean the seats are big enough for a big guy like me it’s accommodates me, what I didn’t like the fan or air conditioning was too loud it doesn’t not allow me to change on my own and the charging port is still usb some of our phones are c types and the is not entertainment on the TVs

Lubabalo Q.

December 28, 2024

Missed bus however I called to have my ticket moved to the following day,they refused so I lost my money to people who want to be rich out others expense.

Siyabulela Henry F.

January 5, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Cradock 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 Cradock?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Cradock start from $24. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Cradock?
The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Cradock is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 437 miles (705 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Cradock route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Cradock?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Cradock at 4:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Cradock?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Cradock generates an estimated 18 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 Cradock?
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 Cradock?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Johannesburg to Cradock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Cradock?
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

$40

12/14

$75

Today

$67

12/16

$67

12/17

$72

12/18

$81

12/19

$85

12/20

$73

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Cradock was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $92 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Cradock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.