How to travel from Midrand to Johannesburg, South Africa

The distance between Midrand and Johannesburg is around 27km (17 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 19min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Midrand to Johannesburg by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Park.

  • Duration19min
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 51($3)
Operated by

Gautrain

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Bus

Take the bus to Johannesburg.

  • Duration26min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 240($14)
Operated by

Eldo Coaches

+ 1 others
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Johannesburg.

  • Duration21min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ZAR 550($32)
Operated by

UBER

+ 4 others
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Drive

Drive to Johannesburg.

  • Duration21min
  • Distance28km (17 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Midrand and Johannesburg

There are several options for getting from Midrand to Johannesburg by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ZAR 51 ($3) and will take around 19min.

The distance between Midrand and Johannesburg is around 27km (17 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 24km (15 miles)

It takes around 19min to get from Midrand and Johannesburg by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Midrand to Johannesburg is to take the train which takes around 19min and will set you back approx ZAR 51 ($3).

The cheapest way to travel between Midrand and Johannesburg, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ZAR 51 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Midrand and Johannesburg. It typically takes around 19min and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Midrand and Johannesburg with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 19min.

Gautrain run train services between Midrand and Johannesburg. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 19min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Midrand and Johannesburg. It typically takes around 26min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Midrand and Johannesburg with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 26min.

Eldo Coaches and Greyhound ZA run regular bus services between Midrand and Johannesburg. Buses run hourly and take around 26min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Midrand to Johannesburg. We recommend that you take the train to Park. instead which will take 19min.

The closest major airport to Johannesburg is OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) (JNB) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Johannesburg. Lanseria International Airport (HLA) (HLA) and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) (MQP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Midrand and Johannesburg. The distance is around 28km (17 miles) by road and it will take around 21min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Midrand to Johannesburg is to take the train which takes, on average, 19min and will usually cost around ZAR 51 ($3).

How do I get from Midrand to Johannesburg

Compare travel optionsbetween Midrand and Johannesburg

Transport options from Midrand to Johannesburg
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
19min
ZAR 51($3)
every 20 mins27km (17 miles)
Bus
26min
ZAR 240($14)
hourly29km (18 miles)
Taxi
21min
ZAR 550($32)
on demand28km (17 miles)
Drive
21min
ZAR 69($4)
on demand28km (17 miles)

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Airports near Johannesburg

The following major airports near Johannesburg offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Africa and internationally.

JNB
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Johannesburg
HLA
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
International Airport
Distance
32km (20 miles) from Johannesburg
MQP
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
International Airport
Distance
319km (198 miles) from Johannesburg