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Phalaborwa to Emalahleni by bus

Emalahleni lies 288 km (179 mi) south-west of Phalaborwa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 5 h 25 min including stops, over roughly 351 km (218 mi) of road.

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PhalaborwaEmalahleni
CountrySouth AfricaSouth Africa
Population109,468373,403
Elevation435 m (1,427 ft)1,629 m (5,344 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)

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Common questions

How far is Emalahleni from Phalaborwa?

288 km (179 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Phalaborwa; by road roughly 351 km (218 mi).

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

About 5 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Phalaborwa and Emalahleni?

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

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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.