How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Midrand?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Midrand start from $4. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Bloemfontein to Midrand?

The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Midrand is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 247 miles (398 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by tamuka .

Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Midrand route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Greyhound South Africa , Eagle Liner , Big Sky , Intercity Xpress , Hope Diamond Transport , Delta Coaches , tamuka , Citiliner , MB Transport , Milta Coaches .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Midrand at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Midrand generates an estimated 10 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 Bloemfontein to Midrand?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is tamuka , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company tamuka has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is tamuka , with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bloemfontein to Midrand from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Midrand on March 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	KFC Park Road	7h 45m	8:15am	Engen Big Bird N1	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	5h 10m	6:15am	BigBird Petroport, N1 North/South	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	8h 45m	9:15am	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	10h 25m	4:40pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	6h 20m	7:20am	BigBird Petroport, N1 North/South	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:28 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloemfontein to Midrand

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Midrand. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

247 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$4 - $195	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$24 - $25	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Midrand?

Stops in Bloemfontein

A
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
B
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
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Stops in Midrand

A
Engen Big Bird N1
N1 Bridge, New Rd, Midridge Park, Midrand, 1685, South Africa
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B
Midrand - Shell Ultra
Engine Big Bird N1 South, Midrand, 2093, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Many users appreciated the comfortable and enjoyable trips, highlighting friendly staff and a smooth ride. However, some mentioned issues such as late arrivals, uncomfortable seating due to loud music or temperature settings, non-functional charging ports, and occasional delays extending travel time significantly. Overall satisfaction remains high despite these concerns.

Sleepliner Express Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

I had a lovely and safe trip under the care of wonderful people as it was my first time traveling.

Masabata M.

January 9, 2026

Comfortable from Bloemfontein to Midrand. Driver of the bus shows responsibility counting the passengers every time when we leave garages for bathrooms.

Lieakae S.

December 27, 2025

I enjoyed my trip with the Intercape Mainliner, looking forward to booking other trips with Intercape.

Silindile C.

October 13, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9432 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $21

Greyhound Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the seat comfortably. I would say the toilet was the only thing that was not impressive

Olebogeng P.

March 21, 2024

Great and efficient

Obakeng L.

July 28, 2025

The bus was 2 hours late, I failed to make it to my interview due to that

Polo Ernestina N.

September 26, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

Everything was okay , the bus was on time other than the stuff inside station they made me wait for more that 30+min to weigh my bags that was off for real I had to remind them that I’m still not assisted

Rinae P.

June 15, 2025

My bus was changed to a different bus and was only notified when I arrived at the station and the bus was 2 hours late

Thato L.

March 6, 2025

Bus came 1h30 minutes late and i missed my appointment because of it instead of reaching my destination around 11h00 i arrived after 1h00 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️staff was friendly

Nozinhle M.

January 10, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

According to the users, the driver was very good and drove nicely. Additionally, there were positive remarks about new buses being in use with everything functioning well. However, some reviews noted that communication could be improved as there were instances of delays without updates provided to passengers.

Big Sky Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

The drivers are professional, listened to us when we ask to monitor temperature to accommodate every 1. Nothing i didn't enjoy there

Moduka M.

December 17, 2025

1 the driver was a very good person and he drives nice, but the bus was very late and there was no communication.

Thabisile M.

November 2, 2025

Always late for more than an hour,not even decent to notify us about the latenesses

Chap Y.

November 25, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

The bus was so cold, I was setting on the window side, the seat wasn’t declining Yho!

Rethabile K.

July 1, 2025

That bus was on time and it’s also comfortable

Nathan N.

June 4, 2025

It was fine

Refilwe S.

December 16, 2023

Hope Diamond Transport

3/5226 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.1

Delta Coaches

1.5/54,122 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.3

Customers reported that the bus arrived late and had a bad smell. However, some customers mentioned having an enjoyable trip with a friendly driver playing relaxing music.

Delta Coaches Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

The worst bus service ever came 2 and a half hour late. The bus was cold slow and kept on stopping at every garage

Amogelang C.

September 24, 2024

Delta coaches didn’t show up. We waited over 12 hours from 11pm to 12:00 the next day. Even workers at the station said sometimes they come, and most times the buses don’t arrive. Don’t book that bus or book at your own risk.

Rebaone N.

September 4, 2024

Bus was extremely late Constant breakdowns Not sure why there is still a option for this bus service on your app.

Pieter V.

June 30, 2024

tamuka

4/5239 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.8

Citiliner

3.5/52,120 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Based on 2120 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $22

Greyhound Dreamliner Bloemfontein Midrand recent customer reviews

The duration from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg would be a lot quicker if the bus would be accurate with time and exclude stoping in the Vaal

Isabelosenkosi M.

March 20, 2020

Very comfortable

Brenda L.

October 8, 2019

MB Transport

3/532 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloemfontein 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 Bloemfontein to Midrand?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Midrand start from $4. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Bloemfontein to Midrand?
The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Midrand is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 247 miles (398 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by tamuka.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Midrand route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Hope Diamond Transport, Delta Coaches, tamuka, Citiliner, MB Transport, Milta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Midrand?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Midrand at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Midrand?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Midrand generates an estimated 10 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 Bloemfontein to Midrand?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is tamuka, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Midrand?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company tamuka has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is tamuka, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Midrand?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

03/02

$21

03/03

$21

Today

$21

03/05

$18

03/06

$19

03/07

$19

03/08

$17

03/09

$19

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Midrand was searched and found on Mar 8, 2026 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $115 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Midrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-03-08.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, tamuka 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.