Bus, train & ferry tickets in South Africa
- South Africa has 80 popular routes in the 12Go network, departing from 4 main cities/points such as Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Queenstown.
- Most searched routes: Johannesburg → Cape Town, Johannesburg → Maseru and Johannesburg → Durban.
- Most frequent destinations: Maseru, Gqeberha and Bloemfontein. 4 routes cross into another country (Lesotho and Mozambique) — bring your passport.
- Official schedules, fares & seats from operators; payment & e-tickets by 12Go, SiapPergi's ticketing partner.
Tickets from Johannesburg
Tickets from Cape Town
Tickets from Durban
Tickets from Queenstown
From South Africa to neighbouring countries
These routes pass through immigration. Carry your original passport and check the destination's visa rules before buying.
Tips for booking in South Africa
- Book a few days ahead on popular routes and in high season — night-train berths and island ferries often sell out.
- Check the pick-up/departure point in the ticket details: it may be a bus station, train station, pier or agent office, not always the city centre.
- Keep the 12Go e-ticket on your phone and carry your original passport; some operators require the name to match your passport.
See also all South Africa routes on 12Go, or go back to the list of all countries.
Tickets in other countries
Starting fares from 12Go in USD per person; you can pay in IDR on the booking page. Fares may change.
FAQ: tickets in South Africa
How do I book a bus, train or ferry in South Africa?
Pick a route on this page (e.g. Johannesburg to Cape Town) or type your origin & destination in the form, then tap "Find tickets". Schedules, vehicle types, fares and seats are shown on 12Go, SiapPergi's ticketing partner; choose a departure and pay there.
What are the most popular routes in South Africa?
Based on 12Go search ranking, the top routes in South Africa include Johannesburg–Cape Town, Johannesburg–Maseru, Johannesburg–Durban and Johannesburg–Maputo.
Which currency can I pay in?
Fares can be shown in your own currency on the ticket page. Available payment methods and the final price follow 12Go's checkout page.
Who sends the e-ticket and handles refunds?
12Go emails the e-ticket to you. Changes, cancellations and refunds follow the operator's policy and are handled through 12Go support — SiapPergi does not process payments for these tickets.
What should I prepare before travelling in South Africa?
A valid passport and, if required for your nationality, a visa. Entry rules for South Africa can change — check the official immigration or embassy website before buying, especially for routes that cross a land border.