How can I travel from Richards Bay to Midrand without flying?

The bus is the best choice to get to Midrand without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Midrand from Richards Bay by bus?

The travel time from Richards Bay to Midrand is about 11h 50m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 11h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 308 miles (496 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Richards Bay to Midrand?

About 308 miles (496 km) separate Richards Bay and Midrand.

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Richards Bay to Midrand?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Richards Bay to Midrand by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $29, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from Richards Bay to Midrand?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Richards Bay to Midrand is $31. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $29 and $58, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is there an overnight bus from Richards Bay to Midrand?

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Richards Bay to Midrand. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Richards Bay to Midrand Bus Tickets

TodayMay 6

from $29

TomorrowMay 7

from $25

ThuMay 8

from $22

FriMay 9

SatMay 10

SunMay 11

from $27

MonMay 12

from $29

TueMay 13

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 7 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Richards Bay
Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Arrival time: May 8 at 6:50am
Destination city: Midrand
Destination location: Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Richards Bay
Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Arrival time: May 8 at 6:50am
Destination city: Midrand
Destination location: Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 50m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Richards Bay
Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Arrival time: May 8 at 6:50am
Destination city: Midrand
Destination location: Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 50m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Richards Bay
Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Arrival time: May 8 at 6:50am
Destination city: Midrand
Destination location: Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 50m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Midrand.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $58	Average Duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$29 - $42	Average Duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Richards Bay to Midrand

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach Midrand. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

13h 45mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richards Bay to Midrand: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$31

Average bus trip duration11h 50m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure7:00pm

Distance307 miles (495 km)

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Intercape

3.5/539,593 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its cleanliness, safety, and punctuality. Passengers found the seats comfortable and appreciated the friendly drivers. Many described their journey as top-notch and expressed a willingness to use this service again in future travels due to its reliable performance.

Intercape Mainliner Richards Bay Midrand recent customer reviews

It was the best of the best experience the bus is nice and clean the drivers were friendly we arrived on time definitely sure next time will use intercape everything was top notch

Precious Sindisiwe M.

October 10, 2024

The journey was uncomfortable. There was not enough leg room. The passenger in front reclined their seat too much. There should be a limit that they are allowed to recline

Nicanor Anuerin J.

April 27, 2024

The bus didn't arrive

Debbielee F.

November 2, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,697 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

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

Richards Bay to Midrand Bus

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Richards Bay - Midrand

How can I travel from Richards Bay to Midrand without flying?
How long does it take to get to Midrand from Richards Bay by bus?
What is the travel distance from Richards Bay to Midrand?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Richards Bay to Midrand?
How much are the bus tickets from Richards Bay to Midrand?
Is there an overnight bus from Richards Bay to Midrand?

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

Best price found

05/04

$47

05/05

$39

Today

$28

05/07

$25

05/08

$22

05/09

$21

05/10

$21

05/11

$27

The cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Midrand was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $52 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Midrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-05-09.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Richards Bay to Midrand.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 Richards Bay to Midrand.

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 Richards Bay to Midrand.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Richards Bay to Midrand, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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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Bus Tickets from Richards Bay to Midrand

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One passenger / one way

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One passenger / one way

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Bus Richards Bay to Midrand: Trip Overview

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Intercape Mainliner Richards Bay Midrand recent customer reviews

Richards Bay to Midrand Bus

Frequently asked questions for your trip Richards Bay - Midrand

How can I travel from Richards Bay to Midrand without flying?

How long does it take to get to Midrand from Richards Bay by bus?

What is the travel distance from Richards Bay to Midrand?

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Richards Bay to Midrand?

How much are the bus tickets from Richards Bay to Midrand?

Is there an overnight bus from Richards Bay to Midrand?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Why choose Busbud?

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