How much does a bus ticket from Midrand to East London cost?

The bus ticket price from Midrand to East London starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Midrand to East London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Midrand to East London?

The average travel time between Midrand and East London is around 15h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 783 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Midrand and East London?

The number of buses from Midrand to East London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Midrand to East London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Midrand to East London?

When taking the bus from Midrand to East London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Midrand to East London?

Buses travelling between Midrand and East London leave from Engen Big Bird N1 or Midrand - Shell Ultra and arrive at Railway Station, Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), Windmill Mall.

Bus Midrand to East London from US$21 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Midrand to East London on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:05	Engen Big Bird N1	14h 25m	08:30	Train Station East London	Cheapest
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 25m	06:40	Railway Station	Fastest
17:00	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	18h 45m	11:45	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
16:00	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	17h 45m	09:45	East London Windmill Park	No tags
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 40m	06:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to East London on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:00	Big Bird Engen N1 South	14h 40m	07:40	Railway Station	Cheapest
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 25m	06:40	Railway Station	Fastest
16:00	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	17h 45m	09:45	East London Windmill Park	No tags
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 40m	06:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
17:00	Big Bird Engen N1 South	14h 55m	07:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to East London on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:00	Big Bird Engen N1 South	14h 40m	07:40	Railway Station	Cheapest
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 25m	06:40	Railway Station	Fastest
17:00	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	18h 45m	11:45	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
16:00	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	17h 45m	09:45	East London Windmill Park	No tags
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 40m	06:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to East London on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:00	Big Bird Engen N1 South	14h 40m	07:40	Railway Station	Cheapest
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 25m	06:40	Railway Station	Fastest
17:00	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	18h 45m	11:45	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
16:00	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	17h 45m	09:45	East London Windmill Park	No tags
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 40m	06:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to East London on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 25m	06:40	Railway Station	CheapestFastest
17:35	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	15h 20m	08:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
16:00	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	17h 45m	09:45	East London Windmill Park	No tags
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 40m	06:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
17:00	Big Bird Engen N1 South	14h 40m	07:40	Railway Station	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to East London on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:05	Engen Big Bird N1	14h 25m	08:30	Train Station East London	Cheapest
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 25m	06:40	Railway Station	Fastest
17:35	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	15h 20m	08:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags
16:00	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	17h 45m	09:45	East London Windmill Park	No tags
17:15	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	13h 40m	06:55	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Midrand to East London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

15h 5mAverage duration

783 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$21 - US$105	Average duration15h 5m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceUS$38 - US$121	Average duration14h 45m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Bus Midrand to East London: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39

Average bus trip duration15h 5m

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure15:50

Distance782 km

Latest bus departure21:00

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 463 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to users, the bus drivers are consistently praised for their friendliness and professionalism, treating passengers with care and respect. However, some reviews mention that buses occasionally arrive later than scheduled or take longer trips than advertised on tickets.

Intercape Budgetliner Midrand East London recent customer reviews

Driver and back up driver drive nice and smoothly i slept throughout the journey very kind i would recommend intercape for every trip i take from now on

Karabo K.

25 October 2025

Drivers were very friendly including passengers, we were like family. Charge portals are difficult to access for obese people, but Drivers assisted, they were very hospitable

Busisiwe S.

30 September 2025

It was very bad. The bus was more than an hour late. Then the temperature inside the bus was very hot. With air conditioning switched on for a few minutes and then switched off again.

Ntsikelelo V.

11 December 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 047 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 9047 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at US$21

Greyhound Midrand East London recent customer reviews

Got delayed for 2 hours. The changing of busses from Midrand to Johannesburg. The temperature in the bus was too hot. The aircon was not working properly. However, the crew was friendly and helpful.

Nosipho M.

3 November 2024

I didn't have a good experience with Greyhound because there was a delay and the bus arrived very late.

Camagu T.

13 July 2024

It is in deed a comfortable ride. They are not punctual that was the only problem.

Vanessa S.

29 May 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/510 115 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10115 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at US$23

Eagle Liner Midrand East London recent customer reviews

It was a pleasant trip, I don't wanna lie. Drivers were friendly. They cared and were very funny aswel. I enjoyed my trip. But a bus trip is a bis trip, just got home tired 🤣🤣🤣

Siseko M.

2 January 2025

I never had a terrible trip all my life than the one I got from Eagle liner but I thank God that I arrived home safe❤️

Sinalo N.

6 October 2023

Driver rude. No charger and buses are old and have mechanical faults

Yoleka K.

15 June 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510 740 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service provided by the company. They mention that standing outside waiting for the bus for more than 5 hours was unbearable. Some even describe it as the worst service ever and state that they will never consider using this company again or recommend it to others. Additionally, there are complaints about poor timekeeping, with commuters being stranded at Joburg parkstation from 19:00 until 23:00 without any updates from staff.

Intercity Xpress Midrand East London recent customer reviews

The bus was very cold no heart or water but the driving was great and comfortable

Nozuko S.

24 July 2024

The bus arrived 25 minutes late at pick up point otherwise the rest of the trip was on point.

Tandiwe Lulama B.

22 April 2024

We are very unhappy with the service. The luggage wasn't tagged and therefore any1 could have jumped off with my belongings. We were also charged R1500 for extra luggage but the price was just from the top of the head because they did not even weight it.

Tavaziva M.

31 January 2024

Delta Coaches

1.5/53 812 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

According to 13 reviews, Delta Coaches received a 1.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at US$23

Delta Coaches Midrand East London recent customer reviews

The worst travelling experience ever. Firstly nowhere in the ticket was it specified which side of Big Bird the bus would depart. Waited in the wrong spot, I got to the correct spot 10 minutes before departure time and the bus was gone. We have to rush to catch it at park station, which was a nightmare. When I got there the workers were rude and aggressive. I had to fight with them. The bus was meant to arrive at 8 am in EL , is 12:41 now and I am stuck in Queenstown cause the bus broke down, the one that was sent had a drunk driver with punctured tyres. Still waiting for transport to East London. If you know what is good for you, DO NOT BOOK THIS BUS.

Ndalo Q.

16 July 2025

I did not board. I sent an email to the email adress I found on my ticket for cancelation but later got a response that the adress wasn't found. I need a gfollow up on this

Siphokazi M.

30 June 2025

I didn't enjoy anything because the bus had no heater 🥶 I was freezing all the way from Johannesburg, just imagine staying in the cold for more than 12 hours

Zusakhe M.

14 August 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52 889 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.5

Based on 2889 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$36

Big Sky Express Midrand East London recent customer reviews

Everything was fine

Eugene Rito M.

6 April 2024

The trip was comfortable, and the bus was clean.

Phozisa G.

2 October 2023

Jacobs Coaches

2/586 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi0.9

Citilink

1.5/55 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2

Cleanliness2

WiFi0

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Midrand to East London Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Midrand and East London?

Stops in Midrand

A - Engen Big Bird N1

B - Midrand - Shell Ultra

Stops in East London

A - Railway Station

B - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

C - Windmill Mall

D - East London

Frequently asked questions on the trip Midrand - East London

How much does a bus ticket from Midrand to East London cost?
The bus ticket price from Midrand to East London starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Midrand to East London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Midrand to East London?
The average travel time between Midrand and East London is around 15h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 783 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Midrand and East London?
The number of buses from Midrand to East London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Midrand to East London by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Midrand to East London?
When taking the bus from Midrand to East London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Midrand to East London?
Buses travelling between Midrand and East London leave from Engen Big Bird N1 or Midrand - Shell Ultra and arrive at Railway Station, Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), Windmill Mall.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/10

US$26

30/10

US$23

Today

US$22

01/11

US$23

02/11

US$24

03/11

US$21

04/11

US$21

05/11

US$24

The cheapest trip from Midrand to East London was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Midrand to East London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$46 for a bus ticket from Midrand to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually Intercape 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Midrand to East London.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Midrand to East London.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Midrand to East London.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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