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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Soweto
    Destination location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Soweto
    Destination location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Soweto
    Destination location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Soweto
    Destination location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Johannesburg
    Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Soweto
    Destination location: Maponya Mall Soweto
    Operated by: teksirideteksiride
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Johannesburg to Soweto: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$4
Average Bus Trip Duration45m
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure3:30am
Distance16 km
Latest bus departure5:00pm

Johannesburg to Soweto Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Soweto

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

    The bus ride from Johannesburg to Soweto takes 45m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Soweto in 45m

  2. What is the distance between Johannesburg and Soweto?

    The distance between Johannesburg and Soweto is approximately 20 km (13 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Soweto?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Johannesburg to Soweto. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$2, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much is the bus from Johannesburg to Soweto?

    The bus from Johannesburg to Soweto will cost you US$4, on average.

  5. Is it possible to do a day trip from Johannesburg to Soweto?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Johannesburg to Soweto. The round-trip travel time is approximately 1h 30m. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Soweto.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Soweto was searched and found on Jun 13, 2025 with a price of US$4

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

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$4 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Soweto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4 which is on 2025-06-13.

About Bus Travel

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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 Soweto.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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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