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Coach / Bus Tours in South Africa 2024/2025

Take in the picturesque landscapes and remarkable sights on a guided Coach / Bus adventure of South Africa. There are 9 vacation packages to choose from, that range in length from 1 days up to 14 days. The most popular month for these tours is May.

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9 coach / bus trips around south africa with 49 reviews.

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South African Escape

Very good and would thoroughly recommend it to my friends. The accomadation was reallly nice just long trips in the bus and the 1 night stays were tiring but that couldnt be helped because of the distance to Kruger Park.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Kruger Safari And The Panorama Route

I feel so lucky to have seen and experienced all that I saw on this trip. Our tour guide was amazing and so insightful about daily life in South Africa.

• Photography
• Sightseeing
• Christmas & New Year

Garden Route and Addo (Classic, 7 Days)

• In-depth Cultural

Cape Town and the Garden Route

Our tour was action packed, full of interesting adventures, and excellent accomodations. Our guide, Michael Wright, was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He shared his knowledge of the local flora and fauna, the various biomes, and the ecological challenges with a fun loving spirit. Being a non drinker, I could have done with fewer wine stops, but all in all, a fabulous tour!

Cape Town and Garden Route South Africa - 9 Days

Top notch I want to cum again more nd more

Spectacular South Africa (Small Groups, Base, 9 Days, Door To Door)

Private Cape Town and Fly to Kruger Private Safari - 7 Days

Private Cape Town Escape

nothing much everything want well

City of Gold and Capital of South Africa

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• Who Travels With Us
• Tickets & Trips
• VIEW ALL DAY TRIPS FROM CAPE TOWN
• Cape Peninsula Day Tour
• Hermanus Marine Big 5 Day Tour
• 2 Day Safari from Cape Town
• Full Day Safari from Cape Town
• Stellenbosch Vineyard & Wine Tasting Day Tour
• 2 Day Combo Tour – Vineyards & Sea Safari
• VIEW ALL DAY TRIPS FROM PORT ELIZABETH
• Addo Elephant Park Full Day Tour
• Addo Elephant Park 2 Day Tour
• Kruger Safaris
• Blackwater Tubing (Storms River)
• Canyoning Trip (Plettenberg Bay/The Crags)
• Bloukrans Bungee Jump
• Quad Bike Game Drive (Mossel Bay)
• Knysna Township Tour
• Port Elizabeth

How it works

Bazbus is all about discovering the REAL South Africa through the eyes of a local. Our drivers know the hidden gems, the stops between the stops that tourists would never find, and are also happy to share stories of what life was and is like in South Africa along the way. An authentic local experience in a safe, flexible and fun way! Read more below about what Bazbus is and how it works!

There are a few ways to travel within South Africa

• Planes (you will miss a LOT of stops not served by Airports, such as all the garden route stops)
• Public Buses (complicated, safety issues as well as missing a lot of hidden gem stops and towns)
• Rent a Car (Don’t meet other people, miss hidden gems not in guidebooks, no local expert, expensive when fuel and parking costs added up, safety issues are common)
• Guided Tour (Very expensive, no flexibility to choose what you want to do and when you want to do it, can’t stay anywhere longer)
• Bazbus (Safe, Flexible, Fun, and inexpensive compared to other options)

How Bazbus works

Comfortable and modern buses

Our buses allow you to get to places (hidden gems) that are impossible to get to on public transport, but also give you the safety and comfort your holiday deserves with local, expert drivers and the best safety standards, as well as offering hotel pickup and drop off at each stop.

Unique hop-on, hop-off system

This means you choose what to do, where to eat, and how long you spend at each destination, putting you in full control of your trip. Love a destination? Hop off and stay there as long as you like! Short on time? Skip through a destination quickly whilst seeing its main attractions.

Perfect pass for everyone

Whether you want a fully planned trip in advance, or just hop on and decide as you go, Bazbus is perfect for every type of traveler. It offers the benefits of being in full control combined with the benefits of a tour (meeting people and discovering places not accessible on public buses)

Local, expert drivers

Our South African drivers know this country much better than any guidebook. For example, the Lonely Planet is released every 2/3 years, and is written by foreign tourists. Our drivers are locals who have lived here all their life and spend every day traveling this incredible country.

Firstly, let us explain how public buses in South Africa work and then explain how Bazbus works so you can understand a little about the difference. It’s best to always compare your different options to find the best one!

How BAZBUS travel works

• Book 1 single bus pass that covers ALL bus journeys – no need to research bus tickets and routes!
• Hop on the bus at your Start Destination - we pickup at your hotel/hostel, no taxis needed! (Airbnb can meet at our offices)
• Get off the bus at any stop you like. We have stops at all the best towns, villages and hidden gems along the way based on our 30 years of experience to ensure you can discover places not even in the guidebooks.
• Use your unique login code to manage all your bus times and dates from your phone, or WhatsApp us whenever you want to get on the next bus. Buses operate every single day so you have complete flexibility and control over your experience.
• Cover the route as quickly as you like or take as long as you like. Ask our onboard South African expert for any tips or advice along the way!
• Meet fellow travelers on board from all over the world...many of our passengers make friends and end up traveling to various destinations together!
• Don't worry about who has to drive the next morning if you are thinking to have a glass of wine or a couple of beers at dinner! Don't stress about where to park the car or worry about driving at night...Bazbus is 100% stress-free so you can truly enjoy your once-in-a-lifetime experience in South Africa.

EASY. SAFE. UNIQUE.

Want more details on how Bazbus works?

Below is our simple guide to help you understand how our service works in 5 simple steps.

5 simple steps on how Bazbus works

Choose a pass.

Choose from our variety of passes, depending on where you want to start, where you want to go and how much time you have. Check our passes section for more information.

Plan your itinerary

Our passes are perfect for everyone, whether you want to squeeze it all into a few days or stay somewhere for a longer period of time.

Start your trip

Get picked up from your hotel or hostel and start your trip! At every destination, we will pick you up and drop you off wherever you are staying.

Hop-on & hop-off

You decide how long to stay at each stop. Stay one night or one month, it’s up to you! Your pass will be valid for one whole year. Simply log into your HOP LOGIN account and change your itinerary on the go.

Finish your trip

Finish your trip and leave us feedback and continue enjoying South Africa with exclusive discounts and more!

Bazbus vs Renting a Car

Below is a quick comparison of Bazbus vs Renting a Car and why Bazbus is safer, easier, cheaper and more fun!

We understand your needs!

• It’s not always easy traveling through South Africa due to worries about driving at night or getting lost.
• What do you do in an emergency when driving? Who is your local contact to help you out?
• What if you book a fixed itinerary tour but then find somewhere amazing and want to stay longer?

And that’s why we created Bazbus in 1995!

We GUARANTEE that Bazbus is the only way to discover the REAL South Africa, with our onboard drivers happily sharing stories about how life was and is in South Africa, as well as being able to assist and advise you with anything along your trip. Our drivers (now famous on Tripadvisor) are not only there to help you get around safely, but to help you see South Africa through the eyes of a South African.

Bazbus is a proud local South African company employing local staff, and our aim is to ensure you have the best possible once-in-a-lifetime trip through this amazing country. We are always here to help and our onboard assistants are famous for their care and attention, while also leaving travelers enough space and freedom to explore at their own pace.

As we like to say: “Travel independently, but never alone.”

Want to know why Bazbus is perfect for you? Click below to see Who Travels on Bazbus

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Hop On Hop Off in Johannesburg

City Sightseeing: Johannesburg Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour

• Offer two bus routes with 20 stops, from which you can choose what suits you best.
• The acoustic guide complimented with kid commentaries is both informative and entertaining.
• The Johannesburg Hop-On, Hop-Off tour will facilitate the panorama views and make the visit more memorable.
• Prepare a list of the places of your interest before starting the trip and explore the city.
• Smartphone Voucher Accepted! (No need to print)
• 1 Day Johannesburg Hop-On, Hop-Off Ticket
• On-board audio commentary in 15 languages (English, Afrikaans, Arabic, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish and Zulu)
• Show your Red Bus ticket to gain Free entry to The Playground at Braamfontein on Saturday - Stop 16 - (Neightbourgoods Market)
• A special audio channel for kids to enjoy
• Complimentary hotel shuttle (selected hotels) - Please check Timetable under Useful Downloads section

Red City Tour: Schedule: 09:45 - 15:45 Loop: 85 Minutes Frequency:  60 Minutes First Departure:  The ZONE @ Rosebank/ Rosebank Gautrain Station

Wheelchair Access, Air Conditioning Hop On Hop Off at any of the stops along the circular route and simply show the same ticket to board the next bus Kids love the open top buses and have a special commentary channel (In English) We advise that you pre-book for entry into Gold Reef City.  https://www.goldreefcity.co.za/theme-park/ Click here for Live Bus Tracking We have lots of sanitiser at all touch points to ensure your safety. Masks must be worn on the lower deck of the bus. The Carlton center is temporarily unavailable due to Covid Restrictions. Parking available for your car at "The Zone" shopping center - entrance off Oxford Road Infants can travel free and you do not require to book infant ticket.

Cancellation fee of ZAR10 , per ticket cancelled, will be charged up to 24 hours before the chosen travel date. 100% cancellation fee applied within 24 hours of travel date.

City Sightseeing: Hop-on Hop-off Johannesburg + Soweto Guided Tour

• Hop-on Hop-off bus tour of Johannesburg and Soweto (One route incorporating a total of 11 stops).
• Both live and recorded audio guides
• Unlimited access to the Red City tour
• 2h Soweto tour guided by a local resident

Hop On Hop Off Johannesburg Bus Tours

Also known as Jo’burg or Jozi, Johannesburg is the heart of South Africa. Hop On Hop Off Johannesburg Bus Tour offers a complete package of exploring the culture, lifestyle and natural beauty of the vibrant ‘City of Gold’. Johannesburg is developing at a rapid pace and is becoming an example for its vision for future.

The top tourist attractions of this heart throbbing city includes The Apartheid Museum, the former prison Constitution Hill which will give you an insight of the history of South Africa, Soweto and The Mandela Museum which will take you to South Africa’s fight for freedom days, the fantastic Maboneng Precinct and much more. The food lovers can cherish the tasty cuisines at the city’s uniquely designed cafés and restaurants.

Johannesburg is the largest and most populous city of South Africa. But that’s not a problem when Hop On Hop Off double decker buses are at your service. Our buses are good to travel with family and friends when you want to explore the complete highlights of the city at your own pace. Plan your Johannesburg trip with our Hop On Hop Bus Tour to skip all the hustle of city routes and traffic. Make this wonderful city’s trip one of the most memorable trips of your life.

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A very convenient way to see Joburg.

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For groups of 12 or more, you may send us an inquiry at [email protected]. Although we do not guarantee bulk deals for all our tours, there are some tours for which we can offer discounted pricing. Ordinary hop-on-hop-off bus tickets are entitled to group savings. Attractions, pass items and combo tickets aren't.

Due the nature of this type of tour and varying demand, group travellers should be aware that there is no guarantee that the group will be able to travel altogether as the available seats vary from stop to stop and depends on demand each day. The group may need to split up and/or wait for the next bus(s).

As, we cannot guarantee that the group shall be able to travel together as one group, therefore we will reduce the group size down to 4-5 smaller groups per ticket (depending upon group size).

The Ultimate Guide to Bus Travel in Africa

By: Author Zachary Friedman

Posted on Last updated: February 1, 2024

Categories Africa , Bus Travel

Home » Africa » The Ultimate Guide to Bus Travel in Africa

Bus travel in Africa is an adventure. Last year, I backpacked from Ethiopia to South Africa pretty much all by public bus. For many of the bus routes that I traveled, there just wasn’t much information online. The following step-by-step African bus guides include information on bus companies, pricing, departure and arrival times, border crossings, visas, and more. Pretty much everything you’ll want to know to make each trip.

Step-by-Step African Bus Guides

• Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Nairobi, Kenya
• Nairobi, Kenya to Kampala, Uganda
• Kampala, Uganda to Kigali, Rwanda
• Kigali, Rwanda to Arusha or Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Lilongwe, Malawi
• Lilongwe, Malawi to Lusaka, Zambia
• Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe to Bulawayo or Harare, Zimbabwe
• Maun, Botswana to Windhoek, Namibia
• Windhoek, Namibia to Cape Town, South Africa

If you are traveling through Africa independently, chances are you will be spending a lot of time on Buses. Between researching bus routes, locating the bus terminal, and actually riding the bus, it will feel like you are spending half your trip just dealing with buses. Hopefully, this guide will make the process just a bit easier.

African Bus Travel Notes

Traveling by bus in Africa is exhausting. They are hot, rarely stop, and are packed full of people. With that being said, African buses can be a great experience with the right mindset. Fellow passengers are friendly and interesting to talk to, the views are spectacular, and you get to experience some entertaining African film and music during the journey.

Bus travel is really the only option for traveling Africa on a budget. The African rail system is incredibly limited and flights are too expensive. There are two types of bus you will encounter in your journey: coaches and minibusses.

African Coaches

I recommend you take the coach if it is available for the route you are traveling. Benefits of traveling by coach rather than minibus include:

• Much more comfortable seating- The seats are generally in decent condition and are padded. They may even recline if you’re lucky.
• Not packed nearly as tightly as minibusses- Many countries do not allow coaches to be filled with more people than there are seats. Minibusses will be packed as full as possible.
• The journey will take less time- Coaches generally travel between major cities with few stops along the way. Minibusses stop every two minutes to pick up and drop off passengers.
• Fewer transfers- Coaches travel long distance. Minibusses generally travel shorter routes between towns. This means you may have to take 5 or more minibusses to get to your destination. Each transfer is stressful requiring that you find the next bus headed in your direction and move your gear from one bus to the next.
• Everyone pays the same price- When you purchase your ticket, the price will be printed in the office so that you know you are not being ripped off. Minibus drivers will try to overcharge you every chance they get.
• Better Security- Coaches are run by professionals. They care about their reputation so they will put in an effort to ensure that you and your belongings all make it to your destination safely and in one piece.

The only drawback to coaches is that they are slightly more expensive than traveling by minibus. Expect to pay $1-$2 per hour of travel for coach tickets.

African Minibusses

African minibusses are hell but are necessary for some sections of the trip. These small buses operate shorter routes between towns and as public transportation within cities. They are cramped, hot, and generally uncomfortable. With that being said, they do have some benefits over coaches.

• Minibusses leave when they are full, not on a schedule- For this reason, you may be able to get to your destination faster. You may not have to wait a day or more for the next coach while minibusses leave multiple times per day.
• Minibusses can take you more places- Wherever you want to go, chances are a minibus can take you there. You can access the furthest villages and outposts by minibus. Coaches generally only travel between major cities.
• Minibusses are cheaper- Expect to pay between $.50-$1 per hour of travel for minibus fare.
• You can just flag them down whenever- If they are going in your direction, they will stop and pick you up.

Minibusses also have some drawbacks. You may have to wait a few hours or more before the minibus leaves. In Ethiopia, I waited about 4 hours one morning for a minibus from Jinka to Dimeka to fill up. The driver wouldn’t leave until every single seat was occupied. I think a passenger eventually paid for two seats so we could leave.

Minibus Scams

• Minibus operators will often try to scam tourists by charging them a higher rate than locals. This infuriates me. Don’t be afraid to confront them if you catch them trying to overcharge. 
• Watch your pockets. My phone was pickpocketed while I was getting off a minibus in Tanzania . Luckily I got it back. This is just one of the reasons why I’ll never return to Tanzania.  For more tips, check out my guide: How to Avoid Pickpockets While Traveling.
• Many times, if you ask if a bus is going to a specific location, the answer will always be yes, even if it isn’t true. Some drivers don’t care where you are trying to go and will pick you up just so they can collect the fare. It’s best to ask several people, including passengers, where the bus is going. Sometimes it’s hard to get a straight answer. I’m not really sure if this is a scam or just a misunderstanding but it is something to be aware of.

For my complete list of scams, check out my article: 21 Common Travel Scams and How to Avoid Them.

Staying Safe on African Buses

Unfortunately, traveling on buses will likely be the most dangerous part of your trip to Africa. Auto accidents are not uncommon. For whatever reason, Africans like to drive fast. They don’t care about rough roads or blind corners. The following recommendations will help you stay safe:

• Pick the safest seat on the bus- Ideally, you want to sit on the aisle seat near the middle of the bus opposite of oncoming traffic.
• Travel in the newest, safest bus that you can- Newer buses have safety features that older buses don’t have.
• Ride in coaches rather than minibusses- In the event of an accident, you’ll be much less likely to be injured when riding in a coach.
• If you feel unsafe, get out of the bus and find another way to get to your destination- This is a hassle but there is always another way to get there.

For more general safety tips, check out my guide:  Is Travel in Africa Safe? Avoiding Crime, Disease, Injury, and Scams in Africa and Is Uganda Safe?

Finding the Bus Station

The organization of buses is a mess in Africa. Some towns have big bus stations where you can purchase tickets and catch the bus. These are chaotic but manageable. Some towns just have bus companies offices scattered randomly throughout. Occasionally there are multiple ticketing offices and bus stops in the same city.

When searching for a bus you will need to find the ticketing office of the bus company that is going to your destination. Google Maps is pretty accurate for this if you know the name of the bus company. Another option is simply to ask a taxi driver or your hotel reception. They should be able to point you in the right direction.

Make sure to ask at the ticketing office where you will catch the bus when you buy the ticket. Generally, it will be right there, but sometimes there is another office or bus station that they will send you to.

Using the Bathroom While Traveling by Bus

The best advice I can give about bus travel in Africa is to not drink too much liquid before or during the journey. If you must drink, just slowly sip and try to control your intake. Drivers often go 6 or more hours without stopping for a bathroom break. There are no bathrooms on the bus. I would rather be dehydrated than suffer holding my pee for an entire day. When they do stop, it will sometimes just be on the side of the road where the bush is your toilet.

If you are having an emergency and can’t hold it any longer, you will probably have to beg or bribe the driver to stop. Worst case scenario, just tell him that you need to pee and hand him a few dollars in the local currency. He’ll most likely pull the bus over and you can go on the side of the road.

Snacks and Food on the Bus

To make the bus ride a bit more pleasant, pack some snacks for the road. Food options are limited along the way and you never know when the bus will stop. You are also at a greater risk of getting food poisoning at roadside stops. Cleanliness is hit or miss at these places. Also, you never know how long the food has been sitting out in the sun. Better be safe than sorry.

For snacks, I would usually bring a few packets of cookies and some fruit along. For all day journeys, I would bring a can of tuna and bread to make sandwiches along the way. Another option is to boil some eggs in the morning and eat them on the bus.

Border Crossings

Surprisingly, all border crossings that I encountered were fairly smooth and efficient. On average, crossing the border took less than two hours. Before boarding an international bus, do your research and make sure that the visa that you need is available at the border if you don’t already have it. For information on visas, you can read my African visa guide.

Luggage Storage on African Buses

Storing luggage on African buses works a bit different than you may be used to. African buses are often used to transport goods as well as people. Because of this, they are usually filled to capacity. Storing luggage on a coach and minibus is a bit different. 

Storing Luggage on an African Coach

While traveling by coach, your ticket usually includes one large piece of luggage plus a carry-on. The larger piece is stored in the luggage compartment below the bus if it doesn’t fit in the overhead compartments inside.

When the bus begins boarding, simply wait by the luggage compartment until the handler takes your bag. Sometimes you have to just crowd in if no line forms. Usually, the luggage handler tags your bag and hands you a ticket. This process is the same as anywhere else.  

In my experience, there are no hard rules when it comes to weight or size limits of your luggage. My backpack was never weighed or measured. If you’re carrying two large items, you may be asked to pay an extra dollar or two. The luggage handler may also ask you for a tip while loading your bag. It’s up to you whether or not you want to give him anything. I recommend not tipping.

Overall, storing luggage below the bus is pretty safe. Of course, theft is a risk just like anywhere. I don’t believe rates of theft are particularly high on African buses, but I’m sure it does happen occasionally. I never had a problem. The best thing you can do to lower the risk is to travel with reputable bus companies. They take security more seriously.

Tip: Carry any valuables or fragile items such as computers, cameras, cash, etc. in your carry-on bag. Keep this bag on your person at all times. Even though theft is unlikely, why risk it? If you’re worried about theft, consider packing ultralight so you can always carry your bag on the bus. 

Storing Luggage on African Minibusses

This process depends on the minibus and the size of your luggage. In some places, your luggage is included in the fare and sometimes you pay by the bag. Really, it just depends on how well you can negotiate. On an African minibus, you store your luggage in one of 3 places. 

• If you travel light like me, you may be able to simply store your bag on the floor under your legs or on your lap. While this isn’t the most comfortable, it is the most secure.
• If your luggage is larger or the minibus is packed full of people, the driver may store your bag in the back of the bus behind the last row of seats. 
• If the bus is packed completely full, you may have to store your bag on top of the bus. A luggage handler will throw or carry your bag to the roof and simply lash it down with some rope. This isn’t ideal but sometimes it’s the only option. I hate having to worry about my precious backpack bouncing off the bus and being lost in the bush. 

If you need to store your luggage in the back of the bus or on the roof, I recommend you remove any valuables or fragile items and carry them in a small bag on your person. This reduces the risk of theft or damage. African baggage handlers aren’t too gentle with the luggage. 

Final Thoughts on Bus Travel in Africa

Things change fast in Africa so parts of these guides may quickly become outdated but the general information should hold up. I thoroughly enjoyed traveling through Africa by bus and plan to return to the continent soon. Hopefully, you found this information helpful in planning your trip.

If you’re not sure if independent bus travel is for you, check out my guide to help you decide  Africa overland tour Vs. Independent Travel: My Pros and Cons List

Have you traveled by bus in Africa? Share your tips and experience in the comments below!

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• Is Travel in Africa Safe? Avoiding Crime, Disease, Injury, and Scams
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• 21 Best Things to do in Nairobi, Kenya
• Touring the Omo Valley Independently on a Budget
• How to Safari in Kenya for Less Than $200: Massai Mara on a Budget

Zachary Friedman is an accomplished travel writer and professional blogger. Since 2011, he has traveled to 66 countries and 6 continents. He founded ‘Where The Road Forks’ in 2017 to provide readers with information and insights based on his travel and outdoor recreation experience and expertise. Zachary is also an avid cyclist and hiker. Living as a digital nomad, Zachary balances his professional life with his passions for hiking, camping, cycling, and worldwide exploration. For a deeper dive into his journey and background, visit the About page. For inquiries and collaborations, please reach out through the Contact page. You can also follow him on Facebook.

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Getting around South Africa by bus

T T he extensive road network in South Africa means that bus or coach travel is a simple and often very cost effective option for travellers. It has become the go-to travelling option for the more economically-conscious locals and many international travellers choose coach tours or bus travel as a hassle free option. It's a wonderful way of relaxing and taking in the astounding scenery between destinations. 

There are a number of bus and coach operators, offering a great range of products for every price point. Some of these trips even include being served coffee and biscuits with a selection of movies to entertain you while en route to your destination.

If you're on a back-packing holiday across South Africa wanting to explore smaller out of the way places, Baz Bus offers a hop on hop off network that takes you door to door at your leisure. 

You will be glad to know that some companies offer cross-border trips in case you want to visit neighbouring countries in Southern Africa such as Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia and Zimbabwe.

Who to contact

Greyhound Tel: +27 11 611 8000 Email:  [email protected]  https://www.greyhound.co.za/

Intercape Tel: +27 21 380 4400 [email protected]  http://www.intercape.co.za

Baz Bus Tel: +27 21 422 5202 Email:  [email protected]  http://www.bazbus.com

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South Africa is a country where taking the bus just makes sense: it’s convenient, affordable, and a simple way to get from city to city. Travelers can choose from dozens of bus companies that offer different classes of services, providing the opportunity to find the service that best suits everyone's travel needs and budgets. 

Choosing budget-friendly options may mean occasional delays and basic amenities while investing a little more means having a more comfortable journey with features like air conditioning and entertainment.

Greyhound ZA

Greyhound ZA is one of the most popular bus companies in South Africa. Greyhound ZA has two types of buses: Greyhound premium/Luxury Dreamliner, with extra legroom, charging ports, bathrooms and comfortable seats, and Greyhound lite/single decker that offers a more affordable experience, but also comfortable and convenient. These coaches are equipped with air conditioning, bathrooms and reclining seats.

*Citiliner bus company is now part of the Greyhound ZA group, and their buses were rebranded to Greyhound Lite.

Intercape is the largest intercity passenger transport service operating in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Mozambique. Intercape has a fleet of coaches that are equipped with air conditioning, reclining seats, and onboard entertainment. The company operates a network of routes that cover most parts of the country. They offer four bus classes: sleepliner (first class), mainliner (executive), budgetliner (economy), and Inter-connect (shuttles), each with its own features.

IntercityXpress

IntercityXpress has daily scheduled trips to and from the East Rand in Gauteng and the South Coast in Kwazulu-Natal, including Margate and destinations located between Johannesburg and Durban. IntercityXpress also offers a luxury bus service at an affordable price to passengers commuting from Gauteng to KZN or Zimbabwe.

• Eagle Liner

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. The company has two types of buses: luxury and economy. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if price is your main concern, this might be the bus company for you.

Big Sky Bus

Big Sky offers passenger transportation to more than 60 destinations in the country. Their luxury and semi-luxury buses are equipped with reclining seats, air conditioning, bathrooms, and USB ports. The company offers reliable services, competitive prices, and comfortable rides.

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With buses connecting almost every city in the country, you can easily travel from coast to coast without flying. Yes, some trips may be long, so you should do your research to make sure you find the most convenient and comfortable ride for a hassle-free trip.

Here's what you can expect from buses in South Africa:

The level of comfort on the buses can change drastically from one company to another and also depends on the bus class you choose. In general, the country's long-distance buses are equipped with bathrooms, reclining seats, and air conditioning. These three basic conveniences make the trip more pleasant, but keep in mind you can find companies offering additional amenities such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra wide seats.

Affordable fares

Bus travel is an affordable way to explore South Africa. Bus fares are generally considerably cheaper than flying or driving. As an example, a bus trip from Cape Town to Johannesburg costs on average R 680, while a flight costs on average R 2449.

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South Africa has diverse landscapes, and bus travel offers stunning views of mountains, forests, beaches, and wildlife reserves. The scenic routes are perfect for nature lovers and provide a unique opportunity to appreciate the country's beauty.

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What are the most popular bus routes?

• Bus from Butterworth to Cape Town
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• Bus from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein
• Bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
• Bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
• Bus from Johannesburg to Queenstown
• Bus from Johannesburg to Nelspruit
• Bus from Pretoria to Polokwane
• Bus from Bloemfontein to Kimberley
• Bus from Johannesburg to Matatiele
• Bus from Bloemfontein to Welkom

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• Johannesburg to Johannesburg Airport
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• Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg Airport
• Kimberley to The Edward Durban
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Getting Around East And South Africa: Transportation Options

A frica is a wild and diverse continent that promises nothing short of adventure. It’s the second largest continent, made up of 54 countries, and presents travelers with a host of wonderful experiences, as well as a few challenges.

One of the biggest challenges about traveling in Africa is knowing how to get around.

We explored East and South Africa on a five-month backpacking adventure, and found there were many forms of transport to explore the continent with.

Getting around East and South Africa is rough, but it’s cheap, and it will provide you with some of your most entertaining stories.

In this guide, we share how to get around East and South Africa and the different modes of transport you can take.

There are many transportation options to suit each travellers budget, desired experiences and comfort levels, which we’ll go into below.

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Below are the main ways to get around Africa.

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For those travellers who feels a little intimidated about backpacking Africa independently, or a short on time and want to be spared the hassle, there are organized overland safari tours that make traveling in Africa easy.

Craig, and I decided not to travel Africa in this way, although we ran into a lot of these overlander trucks through Africa and were given quite an insight into how they operated.

We wanted to travel slower through each area, and have a lot more contact with the local people, but we can see the appeal for a tour – Africa can feel huge and overwhelming.

Overland safari tours will be more expensive than independent travel,  but costs usually cover meals, transport, and accommodation.

Travelling Africa independently for 5 months cost us $7,000 tota l, and we visited several countries.

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The Baz Bus is a hop on, hop off style transportation company organized to help backpackers and travelers get around South Africa in comfort.

It has designated travel route that follows the backpacking trail, taking you to the most popular destinations and popular things to do in South Africa .

You can choose the route you want, and the bust will pick you up and drop you off at your selected hostel.

Tickets can be purchased for a specific number of days, or more open-ended fleixible tickets are available.

Prices for the Baz Bus range from USD $200 to $500.

After 4 months of traveling around Africa using public transport, I welcomed the Baz Bus ‘luxury’ experience with open arms.

I used it for the last two weeks in South Africa to travel from Durban to Johannesburg via Zululand, Swaziland and Kruger National Park.

Getting picked up and dropped off at my hostel door, spreading myself out on my own spacious seat while I watched videos and swapped stories with other travelers, was pure bliss and so worth the extra expense.

It’s also a safer way to travel for solo travelers in South Africa who don’t want to take a group tour.

There wasn’t a bus journey we went on in Africa that did not involve a laughter and conversation with the locals, having a child thrown on your lap, a neighboring rooster dangerously pecking around your head, a protective mother figure curing your motion sickness with matchsticks, or dramas such as punctured tires, highway roadside ablutions and bus drivers leaving behind those who did not get back from the toilet quick enough.

This is Africa and what better way to experience it.

Public buses (USD$3-$32) are usually taken for longer journeys and across borders where there is a good network of sealed roads.

The buses are generally comfortable, safe and spacious.

When traveling around East African countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe, you’ll find there are fewer public buses available than there are in North African countries such as Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt.

This is because they are less developed and have fewer vehicles on the road in general.

These places have fewer or no sealed roads and will have ancient buses that frequently break down, and are crowded.

A step up from the local public buses is the Intercape , the largest privately owned intercity bus service in Southern Africa.

Think modern coach service with reclining seats and restrooms. We experienced the comfort of this from Cape Town to Durban…ahhh!

I thought Asians knew how to fill a mini-van, but then I went to Africa. The mini vans in Asia are quite spacious in comparison to mini vans in Africa.

Africa is the place that sets the outer limits as to how many people can be transported at once in a vehicle. 

Just when you think they couldn’t possibly fit another person in, they have them stand on the window sill outside the van.

I questioned my sanity, every time I rode in a mini-van, and spent the majority of the journey eyes closed to avoid seeing the drivers careen around mountainous corners at speeds of over 80km/h, overtaking anything from bikes to livestock trucks.

Travel in Africa, like this, is not for the faint hearted. Africa is poor; the drivers want to overfill the beat-up, rusty van and go as fast as they can in order to make more money.

Mini-vans are a very cheap way to get around, and are usually taken for up to 6 hour journeys within a country (usually around USD$1-$10) .

They don’t leave until they are full, so jump on one that looks ready to go and avoid sitting in the front seat, commonly referred to as the ‘death seat.’

Of course there is more room!

Pickups are cheap (usually not much more than USD$2) and tend to go a lot slower, traveling more on the smaller rural or village roads. I appreciated pickup travel a lot more than mini vans.

Even though I was hanging out in the pickup tray with bags of rice and potatoes, bicycles, and generally the whole village, I still felt a lot safer.

Traveling Africa in this way is extremely uncomfortable, but the communal aspect of it makes up for this.

A local African took me under his wing, as his muzungu (white person), on an 8 hour, 97km pickup trip to see the gorillas in Uganda.

No one was to touch me or make me uncomfortable; he even threatened to beat two handcuffed prisoners for accidentally sitting on my shoulder.

We sat under a blue tarp as rain pelted down on our drive through treacherous mountain passes.

Benson rescued me several times from sliding off the side of the truck to certain death below. You can always count on African pickups to give you memories like this.

We share more about this experience in this podcast on Amazing adventures to have in Uganda.

Hitchhiking is something that would turn most people’s blood to ice, especially with the thought of doing it in Africa.

It can be a relatively safe and cheap way to get around East and South Africa, and it can also be incredibly dangerous.

More people tend to hitchhike through Namibia and South Africa than any other East African country, but we wouldn’t recommend it unless there is no other way .

Hitchhiking can be free, although many times you will be expected to leave a small tip, and you have to be able to judge each situation. It is always a good idea to ask how much up front.

Accommodations and internet message boards often have notices for those seeking rides, in return for the sharing of fuel costs. This is much safer than flagging someone down on the side of the road.

If you hitch from the side of the road it’s best to wave your hand up and down to flag a lift, as sticking out your thumb is considered a rude gesture in Africa.

Craig and I hitchhiked from Namibia to South Africa, only because other transport options were limited.

A Namibian trucker, for a small tip, drove us halfway, sharing stories with Craig about Namibian life while I slept comfortably in his bed.

Chinese students drove us the remainder of the way to Cape Town, for the sharing of fuel prices and stories of life in South Africa as a Chinese student.

Although not a common form of transportation in East and South Africa, there will be times when the opportunity for train travel should be taken as it is a pleasantly relaxing, cultural experience.

You can travel most of Zimbabwe by train, using the National Railways of Zimbabwe . There is also a famous route from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, but this is a luxury train and quite expensive.

Cruising through game reserves and seeing giraffe, lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, wildebeest and zebra from my sleeper class cabin window was a surreal experience.

It was a treat to pick up passengers from small African towns and have goods hawked at our windows while children raced up to smile broadly and wave at the passing Muzungus.

Usually with travel in Africa you are squashed in like sardines, but if you pay for the higher class ticket (USD$20-$30) you will have your own sleeping cabin, giving you the space and freedom to walk around and appreciate African travel.

If you are not doing game drives in the Game Reserves, then leave room in your Africa travel budget for car hire.

There is no other way to view the wildlife and the natural wonders of Africa, and let’s face it this is one of your main reasons for coming to this beautiful continent.

Be clear on where the best viewing areas and safari camps are for your chosen game parks and plan accordingly so you can cut down on mileage and fuel expenses.

Car hire can be expensive but can work out to be a more cost-effective way to go on safari and tour certain regions of Africa. Check out DiscoverCars.com for the best competitive rates and excellent customer service.

We hired cars for safaris in Namibia and South Africa and to experience the beautiful Garden Route, a popular and scenic stretch off the coast of South Africa.

Car hire in South Africa can be found for as cheap as $30 a day, especially if you book online in advance.

In other parts of Africa it ranges from $75- $100 a day. Be careful of where you have to pick up your vehicle from.

If it is too far from the safari park you will have to allow for extra mileage and fuel expenses.

If you are planning on long term travel in Africa you may even consider buying your own 4WD to tour the continent in.

South Africa would be the best option for purchase, or a departing traveler ready to sell up.

Getting around East and South Africa can be done really cheaply if planned well. Carefully consider your budget and safety interests for getting around Africa.

While public transport is cheap and authentic, it is uncomfortable and less safe. Hiring or buying a car is the more expensive option, but will give you greater freedom.

Overland Safari tours will be expensive and less authentic but will give you an all inclusive package and a greater sense of safety.

So there you have it, those are the ways to travel around Africa, and as you can see there’s a lot of transportation options.

Before you go, we highly recommend you take out travel insurance to protect yourself ahead of your trip.

This will protect you should you come into any unforeseen circumstances.

Don’t forget to get your travel vaccinations too and talk to your doctor about medications!

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