How much is the bus ticket from Midrand to Harrismith?

The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Harrismith start from $17. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Midrand to Harrismith?

The average bus trip duration from Midrand to Harrismith is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 169 miles (272 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Midrand to Harrismith route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Citiliner , Delta Coaches , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Harrismith at 6:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Midrand to Harrismith generates an estimated 6.782475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Midrand to Harrismith?

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 2121 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Midrand to Harrismith?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Midrand to Harrismith?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Midrand to Harrismith from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Midrand to Harrismith on April 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Big Bird Engen N1 South	4h	1:00pm	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	Cheapest
Bus	10:00pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	3h 15m	1:15am	HARRISMITH - WIMPY BERGVIEW, BERGVIEW, WARDEN STREET, HARRISMITH, 9880	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	17h 35m	1:20am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	4h 30m	12:45pm	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	BigBird Petroport, N1 North/South	4h 5m	10:05pm	Quest Garage	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:55 PM SAST.

Get from Midrand to Harrismith

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

4h 25mAverage Duration

169 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Midrand and Harrismith?

Stops in Midrand

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

Stops in Harrismith

A
Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage), Harrismith, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Eagle Liner

2.7/511,169 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Intercape

3.5/545,780 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and friendly staff. The driving was comfortable, and in one instance where there was an issue with the lights, it was promptly resolved by replacing the bus. Overall, passengers appreciated arriving on time or even slightly ahead of schedule.

Intercape Budgetliner Midrand Harrismith recent customer reviews

Horrible, the light by my seat would not switch off . The seats are tiny and very uncomfortable. The bus was 6 minutes late however resulted in me getting to my destination 1 hour 15 minutes later which was frustrating. This means the eta was wrong from the onset

Sibongumusa M.

September 26, 2024

This the first time I travelled on your bus. What a nice experience The driver was too helpful

Anandh P.

December 8, 2023

They were very friendly and the driving was comfortable

Mphakiseng M.

October 26, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3.1/512,045 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Midrand Harrismith recent customer reviews

Terrible experience. I was traveling from Midrand for the first time, with my kids. I stood on the other side of the stop, not knowing the pickup zone. From 6am-ish I was there, and missed the 7am bus because of location. When I called Intercity to ask to catch the next bus with my tickets, they said they can't prove I was early. They left me stranded with two children in a place I didn't know.

Sinazo M.

August 7, 2024

The trip was scheduled for 11:50 from Midrand Engen Big bear to Harrismith (FS), I arrived at Big Bear at 11:50 and found 2 buses and asked if they were headed to Harrismith, and I was advised that that wasn't the case. The only Intercity bus that passed through Big bear did be so around 11:00am, which was almost an hour earlier to my scheduled departure. I then tried to call the customer care, eventually WhatsApped. I was informed that the bus had already left and was in Park station. I then requested that the booking be moved to tomorrow morning, I'm yet to be replied to. I feel hard done by the bus company.

Prisca D.

April 6, 2023

Driver cautious and considerate

Meshack K.

September 17, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53,439 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Citiliner

3.6/52,121 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Based on 2121 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $17

Citiliner Plus Midrand Harrismith recent customer reviews

Very clean and no congestion on the bus. Ablution facilities are very clean too.

Casper Zimisele N.

December 26, 2020

Couldn't arrive on time and staff was not helpful

Palesa M.

November 9, 2020

Delta Coaches

1.7/54,122 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.3

Greyhound South Africa

3.1/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi1.3

ZA bus companies:Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Midrand to Harrismith 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 Midrand to Harrismith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Harrismith start from $17. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Midrand to Harrismith?
The average bus trip duration from Midrand to Harrismith is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 169 miles (272 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Midrand to Harrismith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Citiliner, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Midrand to Harrismith?
The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Harrismith at 6:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Midrand to Harrismith?
A bus trip from Midrand to Harrismith generates an estimated 6.782475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Midrand to Harrismith?
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 2121 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Midrand to Harrismith?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Midrand to Harrismith?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Midrand to Harrismith?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

04/12

$20

04/13

$16

Today

$15

04/15

$19

04/16

$19

04/17

$15

04/18

No data

04/19

$16

The cheapest trip from Midrand to Harrismith was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $46 for a bus ticket from Midrand to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-04-17.

Usually Citiliner, Big Sky 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.