Johannesburg to Matola

Johannesburg to Matola

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Johannesburg to Matola Schedule

Johannesburg to Matola Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Intercape Luxury 07:30 - 16:05ZAR 528
South African Airways Economy #SA709908:50 - 10:00ZAR 3,476
Luciano Luxury Coaches Luxury 10:00 - 12:00ZAR 652
South African Airways Economy #SA709512:55 - 14:05ZAR 3,487
Luciano Luxury Coaches Luxury Coach 17:00 - 03:00ZAR 494
CemAir Economy #5Z730619:30 - 20:40ZAR 5,491
Intercape Mainliner 21:00 - 05:30ZAR 528
Luciano Luxury Coaches Luxury Coach 22:00 - 06:00ZAR 494

Transportation from Johannesburg to Matola

Facts about the transport from Johannesburg to Matola

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day5
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, CemAir, Intercape, LAM Mozambique Airlines, Luciano Luxury Coaches, South African Airways

How to get from Johannesburg to Matola

When you want to get from Johannesburg to Matola, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 35.66. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 32.09.

How far is Johannesburg from Matola?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Johannesburg to Matola. Your trip will be a total of 280 miles (450 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Matola?

The travel time from Johannesburg to Matola can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Johannesburg to Matola?

The cost of the trip from Johannesburg to Matola varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Intercape: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 32.09 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 35.66.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Johannesburg to Matola:

  • Bus tickets - USD 32.09 to USD 35.66;
  • Plane tickets - USD 159.06 to USD 296.67;

How many trips per day are there between Johannesburg and Matola?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:00. There are 5 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Matola. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 159.06.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Johannesburg to Matola

Airlink, CemAir, LAM Mozambique Airlines, South African Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from Johannesburg to Matola is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Johannesburg to Matola

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Johannesburg to Matola? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.