What is the cheapest way to get from Soweto to Midrand?

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Midrand is to train which costs R 55 - R 65 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Midrand?

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Midrand is to drive which takes 38 min and costs R 110 - R 180.

Is there a direct train between Soweto and Midrand?

No, there is no direct train from Soweto to Midrand. However, there are services departing from Merafe and arriving at Midrand via Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Soweto to Midrand?

The distance between Soweto and Midrand is 50 km. The road distance is 50 km.

How do I travel from Soweto to Midrand without a car?

The best way to get from Soweto to Midrand without a car is to bus and train which takes 55 min and costs R 60 - R 80.

How long does it take to get from Soweto to Midrand?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Soweto to Midrand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Midrand train from?

Soweto to Midrand train services, operated by Metrorail, depart from Merafe station.

Where does the Soweto to Midrand train arrive?

Soweto to Midrand train services, operated by Metrorail, arrive at Johannesburg station.

Can I drive from Soweto to Midrand?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Midrand is 50 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Soweto to Midrand.

Where can I stay near Midrand?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Midrand.

Soweto to Midrand - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Soweto to Midrand by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeview to Park StationLakeview Station
2. Take the train from Park to MidrandNorth-South
55 min
R 64–79
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Merafe to Johannesburg
2. Take the train from Park to MidrandNorth-South
1h 22m
R 56–62
Drive 50 km
1. Drive from Soweto to Midrand50 km
38 min
R 119–172
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Soweto to Midrand50 km
38 min
R 260–320

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Distance: 49.5 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Soweto, South Africa and Midrand, South Africa?

You can take a train from Merafe to Midrand via Johannesburg and Park in around 1h 22m.

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