How much is the bus ticket from Midrand to Matatiele?

The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Matatiele start from $25. 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 Midrand to Matatiele?

The average bus trip duration from Midrand to Matatiele is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 304 miles (490 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Midrand to Matatiele route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress .

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

The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Matatiele at 5:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Midrand to Matatiele generates an estimated 12 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 Midrand to Matatiele?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45776 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Matatiele?

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

Bus Midrand to Matatiele from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Midrand to Matatiele on March 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:00pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	12h 50m	5:50am	Heinz Motors, 83 High St.	Cheapest
	Bus	5:15pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	12h 35m	5:50am	Heinz Motors, 83 High St.	Fastest

Next departures for Midrand to Matatiele on March 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:00pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	12h 50m	5:50am	Heinz Motors, 83 High St.	Cheapest
	Bus	5:15pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	12h 35m	5:50am	Heinz Motors, 83 High St.	Fastest

Next departures for Midrand to Matatiele on March 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	12h 50m	5:50am	Heinz Motors, 83 High St.	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Big Bird Engen N1 South	12h 35m	5:50am	Heinz Motors, 83 High St.	Fastest
Bus	6:40pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	13h 30m	8:10am	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	13h 30m	8:10am	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	13h 30m	8:10am	Matatiele, BP Garage, 115 Main Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:00 AM SAST.

Get from Midrand to Matatiele

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 50mAverage Duration

304 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to the users, drivers are friendly and helpful. However, there have been reports of buses being late and some passengers experiencing cold temperatures during their journey.

Intercape Mainliner Midrand Matatiele recent customer reviews

The bus stoped between herrismith and montrose for 2 hours

Anakho J.

July 5, 2025

Just buy new buses

Vuyo M.

April 18, 2025

Drivers friendly and helpful. Buses were late

Nomgidi P.

January 1, 2025

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

The reviews highlight the professionalism and experience of the drivers, ensuring a safe journey. Passengers appreciated good communication from staff and overall warmth on board. However, there were concerns about limited space in seats and passages, non-functional charging ports, air conditioning issues, late arrivals at stations and destinations as well as some rowdy passengers.

Eagle Liner Midrand Matatiele recent customer reviews

The charging ports don’t work, the air conditioner doesn’t work, the bus arrived almost an hour late at the station, arrived at destination 3 hours after scheduled time. Other passangers are rowdy.

Ntokozo M.

January 4, 2026

Drivers very experienced.We felt safe on the road but the bus seats are very uncomfortable( small space in-between

Beauty M.

August 8, 2025

It was a good experience though I had to get the bus at Johannesburg park station because the bus left Midrand before the type that was written on the bus ticket and when I called the driver, he told me he had left already

Amahle D.

May 18, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

According to customer reviews, the bus service has received mixed feedback. Some customers have expressed satisfaction with the service and mentioned that the buses arrived early and provided comfortable seats. However, there are also complaints about poor communication, delays in departure and arrival times, as well as concerns about passenger safety when being dropped off at open spaces instead of designated areas. Additionally, there were reports of buses breaking down during trips which caused further inconvenience for passengers.

Intercity Xpress Midrand Matatiele recent customer reviews

The bus left before time as a result I didn’t manage to go the bus left me in that way and I lose my money

Luyanda S.

October 17, 2025

They left me on the bus station, they didn’t even call me I waisted my 1000 rand I’m in Midrand

Nosipho N.

October 4, 2025

They gave us an olde bus that arrived 2hrs late and was breaking down the whole way

Achumile X.

July 8, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Midrand to Matatiele 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 Midrand to Matatiele?
The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Matatiele start from $25. 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 Midrand to Matatiele?
The average bus trip duration from Midrand to Matatiele is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 304 miles (490 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Midrand to Matatiele route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Midrand to Matatiele?
The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Matatiele at 5:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Midrand to Matatiele?
A bus trip from Midrand to Matatiele generates an estimated 12 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 Midrand to Matatiele?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45776 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Midrand to Matatiele?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Midrand to Matatiele?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Matatiele?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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

03/02

$24

03/03

$24

Today

$24

03/05

$28

03/06

$25

03/07

No data

03/08

$23

03/09

No data

The cheapest trip from Midrand to Matatiele was searched and found on Mar 8, 2026 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $37 for a bus ticket from Midrand to Matatiele based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-03-08.

Usually Intercape 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.