How much is the bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela start at R 446. The average price for this route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?

The average bus journey time from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 343 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?

The earliest bus departs from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela at 11:40. And the latest bus departs at 11:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?

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

Bus Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela from R 418 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	No tags

Next departures from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Cheapest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	Fastest
Bus	11:50	Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur	7h 25m	19:15	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:47 PM SAST.

Get from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 446, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 25mAverage duration

343 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Vanderbijlpark and Mbombela?

Stops in Vanderbijlpark

A
Vanderbijlpark - General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur
General Hertzog Street, opposite El Paso Spur, Vanderbijlpark C. C., Vanderbijlpark, 1900, South Africa
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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

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 174 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

According to the users, the journey was generally acceptable. However, there were some concerns about arriving late and unpleasant odors from the seats during travel.

Big Sky Vanderbijlpark Mbombela recent customer reviews

Their care and professionalism is exceptional 👌

Sibusiso T.

3 December 2025

It was not that bad but I arrived late

Lindelwa T.

3 September 2025

The journey was okay, but seats smelled of pee

Tercia M.

1 March 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela 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 Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela start at R 446. The average price for this route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?
The average bus journey time from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 343 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?
The earliest bus departs from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela at 11:40. And the latest bus departs at 11:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela?
A bus trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 685

14/12

R 677

Today

R 429

16/12

R 429

17/12

R 486

18/12

R 429

19/12

R 429

20/12

R 1 225

The cheapest trip from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 429

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

You can expect to pay from R 429 to R 1 358 for a bus ticket from Vanderbijlpark to Mbombela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 429, which is on 2025-12-16.