How much is the bus ticket from Midrand to Phalaborwa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Phalaborwa start at R 447. The average price for this route is around R 617. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Midrand to Phalaborwa?

The average bus journey time from Midrand to Phalaborwa is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 379 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Citiliner .

Which bus companies service the Midrand to Phalaborwa route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Phalaborwa at 08:35. And the latest bus departs at 08:50.

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

A bus trip from Midrand to Phalaborwa produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Midrand to Phalaborwa?

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 1997 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Midrand to Phalaborwa?

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 Midrand to Phalaborwa?

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 Midrand to Phalaborwa from R 431 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Next departures from Midrand to Phalaborwa on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	9h 35m	18:10	Phalaborwa	Fastest
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	10h 20m	19:10	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Astron	No tags
Bus	08:50	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	9h 55m	18:45	Intercape Bus Stop at Phalaborwa Engen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:25 PM SAST.

Get from Midrand to Phalaborwa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 447, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 55mAverage duration

379 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 615 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44615 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 Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 447

Intercape Mainliner Midrand Phalaborwa recent customer reviews

We arrived before the mentioned time...n the driver wasn't speeding n he was kind

Nonkululeko N.

19 July 2025

The bus left me.. Behind me an arrived there at the exact time... I tried chasing it in bosman station I also tried calling them to stop the bus but they ignored my my request. And I had an emergency but I missed it because your bus left me.

Pholosho Precious M.

23 May 2025

Citiliner

3.5/51 999 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 235 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the driver's punctuality and safe driving skills. They expressed satisfaction with the overall journey, appreciating both the timing and professionalism of their driver.

Citiliner Plus Midrand Phalaborwa recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the journey itself, was amazing to see new places that I've never been and what I didn't enjoy was the stops we had to make, there were too many

Kutlwano K.

16 April 2025

I enjoyed it very well, the driver is a good driver,am really satisfied about his driving technic.

Amelia N.

4 January 2025

The driver was right on time and we had a safe trip throughout our journey

Mpimo M.

21 September 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Midrand to Phalaborwa by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Phalaborwa start at R 447. The average price for this route is around R 617. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
The average bus journey time from Midrand to Phalaborwa is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 379 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 35m and is operated by Citiliner.
Which bus companies service the Midrand to Phalaborwa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Phalaborwa at 08:35. And the latest bus departs at 08:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
A bus trip from Midrand to Phalaborwa produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
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 1997 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Midrand to Phalaborwa?
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 Midrand to Phalaborwa?
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

15/12

R 575

16/12

R 578

Today

R 1 054

18/12

R 473

19/12

R 578

20/12

R 537

21/12

R 537

22/12

R 643

The cheapest trip from Midrand to Phalaborwa was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 473

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

You can expect to pay from R 473 to R 1 054 for a bus ticket from Midrand to Phalaborwa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 473, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually 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.