Johannesburg to Newcastle by bus
Newcastle lies 255 km (158 mi) south-east of Johannesburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 49 min including stops, over roughly 311 km (193 mi) of road.
| Johannesburg | Newcastle | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 9.4 million | 404,838 |
| Elevation | 1,767 m (5,797 ft) | 1,195 m (3,921 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 2000–2198 | 2940–3082 |
Where to book buses from Johannesburg to Newcastle
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Staying in Newcastle
Our booking partner lists 76 places to stay in Newcastle. Of the 48 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (27), and 1 are five-star. Across 45 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 10,714 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Newcastle from Johannesburg?
255 km (158 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Johannesburg; by road roughly 311 km (193 mi).
How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Newcastle by bus?
About 4 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Johannesburg and Newcastle?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where can I stay in Newcastle?
Our booking partner lists 76 places to stay in Newcastle, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.