How much is the bus ticket from Mbombela to Midrand?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Midrand start from $16. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Mbombela to Midrand?

The average bus trip duration from Mbombela to Midrand is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 181 miles (292 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Midrand route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Citiliner , Big Sky , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Midrand at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Mbombela to Midrand generates an estimated 7 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 Mbombela 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 1911 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citiliner , with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Mbombela to Midrand from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	7h 15m	7:10am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	5h 25m	5:20am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	5h 25m	5:20am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	5h 25m	5:20am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	7h 15m	7:10am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 5m	6:05pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 45m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 5m	6:05pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 45m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 45m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 5m	6:05pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 5m	6:05pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 45m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 5m	6:05pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 45m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Midrand on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 10m	2:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 5m	6:05pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 45m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:31 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Mbombela to Midrand

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Midrand. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

181 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $91	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$26 - $27	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mbombela and Midrand?

Stops in Mbombela

A
Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Intercape Office,, Opposite Promanade Hotel, 15 Samora Machel Drive, Nelspruit Central, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa
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B
Nelspruit Evening
Total Super Motors, 4 Samora Machel Dr, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa

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

3.5/544,199 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers appreciate the quality service provided by Intercape, mentioning it surpasses other bus companies. However, there are concerns about delays in departure and arrival times. Some passengers have experienced significant delays and missed connections due to late buses, leading to additional costs and inconvenience.

Intercape Mainliner Mbombela Midrand recent customer reviews

The bus was 1.5 hours late before arriving for departure. Other than that there was no issues.

Marnus V.

February 22, 2025

The bus number is 713 it was faulty and caused the drivers to be stopping every 5k to pour in water in the bus, well a trip that was supposed to be 4 to 5 hours ended up being the whole day I'm upset and i will definitely send them an email

Caroline Z.

September 7, 2024

Our trip was generally fine even though the bus got stuck at Jhb, arrival time at destination was delayed by over two hours.

Lehlabile L.

April 6, 2024

Citiliner

3.5/51,951 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.8

Big Sky

3.5/53,084 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

According to the users, the bus service is highly praised for its cleanliness and punctuality. The seats are noted to be spacious, contributing to a comfortable travel experience. Overall, customers have expressed satisfaction with both the quality of service provided and their timely journeys.

Big Sky Mbombela Midrand recent customer reviews

The bus was clean, good service, and very punctual. 10/10

Ndoda D.

March 4, 2025

The Bus was clean, seats are spacious

Portia M.

November 25, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,175 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Users have expressed positive feedback about the comfort provided by the bus service, highlighting a sense of being well taken care of during their journey.

Citiliner Plus Mbombela Midrand recent customer reviews

The bus was on time both on pick up point and at the drop off spot. And the bus was very clean

Warren K.

June 24, 2025

The bus took long in Nelspruit and in Bosman we were blocked for 30 minutes with a sick elderly in the bus.

Dulcy U.

July 1, 2024

The bus ride was exceptional however we had to wait for 3 hours for it to arrive at the pick up station. I was very disappointed that I had to be the one calling to get updates instead of being told by Citiliner where the bus was.

Thembelihle Valentine S.

April 28, 2024

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mbombela to Midrand 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 Mbombela to Midrand?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Midrand start from $16. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Mbombela to Midrand?
The average bus trip duration from Mbombela to Midrand is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 181 miles (292 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Midrand route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mbombela to Midrand?
The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Midrand at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mbombela to Midrand?
A bus trip from Mbombela to Midrand generates an estimated 7 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 Mbombela 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 1911 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mbombela to Midrand?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mbombela to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mbombela to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

11/29

$39

11/30

$26

Today

$24

12/02

$25

12/03

$26

12/04

$27

12/05

$26

12/06

$26

The cheapest trip from Mbombela to Midrand was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $54 for a bus ticket from Mbombela to Midrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-02.

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.