How much is the bus ticket from Phalaborwa to Midrand?

The cheapest bus tickets from Phalaborwa to Midrand start from $35. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Phalaborwa to Midrand?

The average bus travel time from Phalaborwa to Midrand is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 378 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Phalaborwa to Midrand route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phalaborwa to Midrand?

The earliest bus departs from Phalaborwa to Midrand at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.

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

A bus trip from Phalaborwa to Midrand generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Phalaborwa 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 2055 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phalaborwa to Midrand?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Phalaborwa to Midrand from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Midrand on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	10h 5m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 10m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Midrand on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	10h 5m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 10m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Midrand on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	10h 5m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 10m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 10m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Midrand on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	10h 5m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 10m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures for Phalaborwa to Midrand on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Phalaborwa	10h 5m	5:05pm	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	9h 55m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	10h 10m	5:10pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:19 AM SAST.

Get from Phalaborwa to Midrand

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 5mAverage Duration

378 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,385 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 45385 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 WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Intercape Mainliner Phalaborwa Midrand recent customer reviews

Very disappointed with intercape , they don’t take people serious , we have been stuck for 4hours in Phalaborwa and they failed to bring a back up bus . I will never ever used that service

Clive S.

September 9, 2025

Amazing trip

Reneilwe R.

October 30, 2025

Citiliner

3.5/52,075 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,358 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

According to customer reviews, there are concerns about the service's punctuality and safety for female students traveling at night. Some customers express disappointment with the overall service quality and state that they would not choose this bus company again.

Citiliner Plus Phalaborwa Midrand recent customer reviews

It is very important to arrive at your destination on time arriving that time of the night for a student girl child is very unsafe

Thabiso Pretty Rose M.

July 3, 2022

Overall the sevice was disappointing and i would never use the bus again

Stephanie M.

July 11, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phalaborwa 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 Phalaborwa to Midrand?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phalaborwa to Midrand start from $35. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Phalaborwa to Midrand?
The average bus travel time from Phalaborwa to Midrand is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 378 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Phalaborwa to Midrand route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phalaborwa to Midrand?
The earliest bus departs from Phalaborwa to Midrand at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phalaborwa to Midrand?
A bus trip from Phalaborwa to Midrand generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phalaborwa 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 2055 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phalaborwa to Midrand?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phalaborwa to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Phalaborwa to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01-05

$93

01-06

$49

Today

$42

01-08

$40

01-09

$44

01-10

$37

01-11

$40

01-12

$40

The cheapest trip from Phalaborwa to Midrand was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $93 for a bus ticket from Phalaborwa to Midrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually Intercape, Citiliner 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.