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Mabopane to Phalaborwa by bus

Phalaborwa lies 356 km (221 mi) north-east of Mabopane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 38 min including stops, over roughly 435 km (270 mi) of road.

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MabopanePhalaborwa
CountrySouth AfricaSouth Africa
Population110,972109,468
Elevation1,209 m (3,967 ft)435 m (1,427 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)
Postal codes0190–02191390–1396

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Common questions

How far is Phalaborwa from Mabopane?

356 km (221 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Mabopane; by road roughly 435 km (270 mi).

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

About 6 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Mabopane 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.