Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | CHIAWELO GREEN CHURCH | Elim Engen (Elim Mall) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | CHIAWELO | Elim Engen (Elim Mall) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Orlando | Elim Hospital | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dobsonville | Elim Hospital | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chiawela Plaza | Elim Hospital | No tags |
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Get from Soweto to Elim
The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Soweto to Elim by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Soweto to Elim?
The cheapest bus tickets from Soweto to Elim start from $34. The average price for this route is around $43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Soweto to Elim?
The average bus travel time from Soweto to Elim is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 410 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Phadziri.
Which bus companies service the Soweto to Elim route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Phadziri, Fun Lover Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Soweto to Elim?
The earliest bus departs from Soweto to Elim at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Soweto to Elim?
A bus trip from Soweto to Elim generates an estimated 10.247924999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Soweto to Elim?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Fun Lover Coaches, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 67 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Soweto to Elim?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Fun Lover Coaches has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Soweto to Elim?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Fun Lover Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Soweto to Elim?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fun Lover Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Soweto to Elim was searched and found on Jul 28, 2026 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Soweto to Elim, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $39 for a bus ticket from Soweto to Elim based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-07-29.
Usually Phadziri will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
