How much does a bus ticket from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg cost?

The bus ticket price from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg starts at $39. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?

The average travel time between Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg is around , although the fastest bus will take about 5h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?

The number of buses from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?

When taking the bus from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg , you can travel comfortably and safely with Big Sky, Intercape.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?

Buses traveling between Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg leave from Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive or Nelspruit Evening and arrive at O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal.

Bus Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg from $39 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Mbombela to Johannesburg on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 15m	2:15pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	5h 15m	2:15pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags
9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg . The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

177 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $44	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$39 - $39	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?

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 Johannesburg

A
O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal
O.R Tambo Airport (Bus & Coach Terminal), O.R. Tambo, Johannesburg, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,033 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Users have shared positive experiences with Big Sky, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and friendly staff. Many appreciated the comfortable seating and ample legroom, as well as punctuality in most cases. However, there were occasional delays reported by some passengers that affected their travel plans slightly.

Big Sky Mbombela Johannesburg recent customer reviews

I'm disappointed with their service, the bus was delayed for 7 hours, I got to joburg around 22h40 evening while I was suppose to reach joburg 14h10

Pretty Thulisile N.

November 10, 2025

The trip didn't even happened because the bus did not pitch. It's so unfair, l waited from 8h30 until 15h30 then decided to go back to res because there was no bus while l booked. I had to cancel my ticket for the Eagle liner that l was going to take from Johannesburg to the Eastern Cape where l was gonna have an interview tomorrow and l missed my job interview just like that. I am really hurt and l am not sure if l will ever heal from this.😭😭😭😭

Zewande M.

November 10, 2025

It was bad , i was late for my flight and they didn't want to drop me off at the airport

Stevenson L.

July 28, 2025

Intercape

3.5/543,973 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape offers a comfortable and clean travel experience, with many users appreciating the professionalism of the staff and drivers. The buses are generally on time, ensuring a smooth journey. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functional charging ports and occasional delays in arrival times. Despite these minor concerns, customers find Intercape to be reliable overall.

Intercape Mainliner Express Mbombela Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The trip was marvelous. Although the bus was a little bit late, but all in all we enjoyed the trip. We arrived safely in Johannesburg.

Nompumelelo D.

October 27, 2025

The driver was an hour late. As a result of that, we had to travel 6hours without a single break, all because the driver was late for our pickup.

Khanyisile N.

March 29, 2025

The experience was great no issues at all, however i am unhappy that the bus arrived 25 minute later than the time stated. Atleast they should implement a tracker thing on the app so that we can see where the bus is and we can plan our time accordingly.

Nhlanhla M.

February 10, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mbombela to Johannesburg by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg starts at $39. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?
The average travel time between Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg is around , although the fastest bus will take about 5h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?
The number of buses from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?
When taking the bus from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg , you can travel comfortably and safely with Big Sky, Intercape.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mbombela to O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg ?
Buses traveling between Mbombela and O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg leave from Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive or Nelspruit Evening and arrive at O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal.