Next bus departures

Next departures for Midrand to Mount Ayliff on August 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	10h 50m	4:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:30pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	11h 35m	5:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	11h 5m	4:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	11h 35m	5:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	11h 35m	5:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags

Next departures for Midrand to Mount Ayliff on September 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	10h 50m	4:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:30pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	11h 35m	5:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	11h 5m	4:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	11h 35m	5:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	11h 35m	5:05am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags

Next departures for Midrand to Mount Ayliff on September 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	10h 50m	4:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	Cheapest
Bus	3:50pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 45m	2:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	Fastest
Bus	3:50pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 45m	2:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	12h	5:00am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	11h 5m	4:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 45m	2:35am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	12h	5:00am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	12h	5:00am	Engen 1 Stop, Nolangeni Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:46 PM SAST.

Get from Midrand to Mount Ayliff

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 258, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

11h 5mAverage Duration

341 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/549,797 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

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Intercape Mainliner Midrand Mount Ayliff recent customer reviews

Midrand interface staff did not tell me when the bus arrived and none of them had numbers so I missed it whilst sitting in the waiting area.

Sizwe N.

July 21, 2025

Drivers don't communicate with us when there is prblm

Ziyanda S.

April 30, 2022

Eagle Liner

2.8/513,225 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.9

Users have noted that the drivers possess good communication skills, which enhances their travel experience. However, there are mentions of needing to change buses and wait at different stations for pick-up during trips.

Eagle Liner Midrand Mount Ayliff recent customer reviews

Eagle Liner’s service is perfect

Oyama M.

May 18, 2026

I had a classic driver with good communication skills

Tinny K.

January 6, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3.1/515,261 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.2

Customers express dissatisfaction with Intercity Xpress, mentioning bad staff and a negative bus experience. They were disappointed when they were forced to get off the bus at Park Station and wait for another one because it was going to East London instead of their intended destination in Midrand.

Intercity Xpress Midrand Mount Ayliff recent customer reviews

Worse experience ever, we were chucked out of the but at park station and asked to wait for another bus because the one we took from midrand was going to east London

Yonela N.

October 10, 2022

The bus was very late and it is not fit for the road😒

Patrick M.

November 7, 2023

Intercity Xpress disappointed us,the staff and also the bus is bad

Vuzane Y.

April 9, 2022

Big Sky

3.5/54,416 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.6

Delta Coaches

1.7/54,756 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.3

Based on 4756 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 293

Delta Coaches Midrand Mount Ayliff recent customer reviews

Very disappointing because it's route is not accordance with Mount Ayliff we had to take Bloemfantain to Mthatha I'm still have to travel from Mthatha back to Mount Ayliff instead of taking KZN route to Mount Ayliff

Dakhile F.

September 28, 2025

Nothing at all i enjoyed, the bus was very late. Poor communication of drivers with passengers. Long drive and overload. I'm still on the road not yet reached my destination at this time

Bekithemba M.

September 1, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Midrand to Mount Ayliff 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 Mount Ayliff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Mount Ayliff start from MAD 258. The average price for this route is around MAD 412. 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 Mount Ayliff?
The average bus trip duration from Midrand to Mount Ayliff is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 341 miles (550 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Midrand to Mount Ayliff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Midrand to Mount Ayliff?
The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Mount Ayliff at 3:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Midrand to Mount Ayliff?
A bus trip from Midrand to Mount Ayliff generates an estimated 13.732050000000001 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 Mount Ayliff?
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 49769 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Midrand to Mount Ayliff?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Midrand to Mount Ayliff?
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 Mount Ayliff?
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

08/27

MAD 324

08/28

MAD 245

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08/31

MAD 233

09/01

MAD 236

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MAD 233

09/03

MAD 233

The cheapest trip from Midrand to Mount Ayliff was searched and found on Aug 31, 2026 with a price of MAD 233

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 233 to MAD 519 for a bus ticket from Midrand to Mount Ayliff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 233 which is on 2026-08-31.

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.