How much is the bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

The cheapest bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Midrand start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 649. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

The average bus journey time from Umzimkulu to Midrand is 9h, covering a distance of 510 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Umzimkulu to Midrand route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , Citiliner , Intercity Xpress , Delta Coaches , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

The earliest bus departs from Umzimkulu to Midrand at 19:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

A bus trip from Umzimkulu to Midrand produces an estimated 13 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 Umzimkulu to Midrand?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1973 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Umzimkulu to Midrand?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Umzimkulu to Midrand from R 316 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Umzimkulu to Midrand on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:30	UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu	9h 15m	08:45	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	Cheapest
	Bus	21:30	UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu	9h 15m	06:45	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	Fastest

Next departures from Umzimkulu to Midrand on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	R56 Umzimkhulu	8h 35m	04:10	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Cheapest
Bus	20:10	R56 Umzimkhulu	7h 55m	04:05	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Fastest
Bus	19:50	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	10h 50m	06:40	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Total Garage, R56, Umzimkhulu	9h 5m	05:50	Engen Big Bird N1	No tags
Bus	21:30	UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu	9h 15m	06:45	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Next departures from Umzimkulu to Midrand on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	R56 Umzimkhulu	8h 35m	04:10	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Cheapest
Bus	20:10	R56 Umzimkhulu	7h 55m	04:05	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Fastest
Bus	19:50	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	10h 50m	06:40	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Total Garage, R56, Umzimkhulu	9h 5m	05:50	Engen Big Bird N1	No tags
Bus	21:30	UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu	9h 15m	06:45	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Next departures from Umzimkulu to Midrand on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	R56 Umzimkhulu	8h 35m	04:10	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Cheapest
Bus	20:10	R56 Umzimkhulu	7h 55m	04:05	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Fastest
Bus	19:50	Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)	10h 50m	06:40	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	20:45	Total Garage, R56, Umzimkhulu	9h 5m	05:50	Engen Big Bird N1	No tags
Bus	21:30	UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu	9h 15m	06:45	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:11 AM SAST.

Get from Umzimkulu to Midrand

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just R 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

9hAverage duration

510 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Umzimkulu and Midrand?

Stops in Umzimkulu

A
Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56)
Total Garage Steers, R56, Umzimkulu, South Africa
Visit page

Stops in Midrand

A
Engen Big Bird N1
N1 Bridge, New Rd, Midridge Park, Midrand, 1685, South Africa
Visit page
B
Midrand - Shell Ultra
Engine Big Bird N1 South, Midrand, 2093, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 546 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44546 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 588

Intercape Mainliner Umzimkulu Midrand recent customer reviews

It was good but urine smell from the toilet at the back seat was unbearable

Mthuthuzeli Joachim M.

31 August 2025

Alarmist died the heat

Noluyolo M.

8 July 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510 541 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Citiliner

3.5/51 994 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.6

Intercity Xpress

3/511 308 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Delta Coaches

1.5/53 949 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

Based on 3949 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at R 404

Delta Coaches Umzimkulu Midrand recent customer reviews

Very disappointing, the bus didn’t arrive, waited for 4 hours and I had to return home 😡😡😡

Gugulethu M.

3 August 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 229 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 9229 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 R 434

Citiliner Plus Umzimkulu Midrand recent customer reviews

I was not happy with the fact I paid for 2 seats for my toddler and I and i only got seats behind each other no one wanted to exchange seats I'd appreciate

Dimpho V.

15 May 2024

It was a great experience

Xolisani M.

5 March 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53 179 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Umzimkulu to Midrand 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 Umzimkulu to Midrand?
The cheapest bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Midrand start at R 399. The average price for this route is around R 649. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Umzimkulu to Midrand?
The average bus journey time from Umzimkulu to Midrand is 9h, covering a distance of 510 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Umzimkulu to Midrand route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Citiliner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Umzimkulu to Midrand?
The earliest bus departs from Umzimkulu to Midrand at 19:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Umzimkulu to Midrand?
A bus trip from Umzimkulu to Midrand produces an estimated 13 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 Umzimkulu to Midrand?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1973 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Umzimkulu to Midrand?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Umzimkulu to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Umzimkulu to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/12

R 314

15/12

R 314

Today

R 837

17/12

No data

18/12

No data

19/12

No data

20/12

R 316

21/12

R 316

The cheapest trip from Umzimkulu to Midrand was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 314

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

You can expect to pay from R 314 to R 848 for a bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Midrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 316, which is on 2025-12-20.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.