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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shelly Beach - Engen Garage (next to Southcoast Mall) | Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:24 AM SAST.
Get from Margate to Harrismith
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just R 351, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Margate, ZA to Harrismith by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Margate to Harrismith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Margate to Harrismith start at R 351. The average price for this route is around R 433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Margate to Harrismith?
The average bus journey time from Margate to Harrismith is 6h, covering a distance of 312 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Margate to Harrismith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Margate to Harrismith?
The earliest bus departs from Margate to Harrismith at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Margate to Harrismith?
A bus trip from Margate to Harrismith produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Margate to Harrismith?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Margate to Harrismith?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Margate to Harrismith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Margate to Harrismith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Margate, ZA to Harrismith was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 292To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Margate, ZA to Harrismith as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 292 to R 696 for a bus ticket from Margate, ZA to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 519, which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually Intercity Xpress 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.
