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Ermelo to Phalaborwa by bus

Phalaborwa lies 311 km (193 mi) north of Ermelo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 49 min including stops, over roughly 379 km (236 mi) of road.

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ErmeloPhalaborwa
CountrySouth AfricaSouth Africa
Population100,324109,468
Elevation1,700 m (5,577 ft)435 m (1,427 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)
Postal codes2330–23701390–1396

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Common questions

How far is Phalaborwa from Ermelo?

311 km (193 mi) in a straight line, north of Ermelo; by road roughly 379 km (236 mi).

How long does it take to get from Ermelo to Phalaborwa by bus?

About 5 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Ermelo and Phalaborwa?

No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.