The creaking old workhorse of the city’s transport system, Metrobus ferries commuters from the suburbs to the city centre and back, with most buses terminating at Gandhi Square in the city centre. The majority of buses depart in the early morning rush hour (06:00-09:30). Few buses run during the day and you will be extremely lucky to find a Metrobus anywhere after 18:00 or at the weekend. The bus stops (marked by a blue sign with an M and a picture of a bus) do not have timetables.

To get route information visit the information office inside the Gandhi Mall on Gandhi Square. Fares vary between R10 and R20 depending on your destination, and are paid to the driver on entering. Ring the bell when you approach your bus stop as drivers do not always stop unless asked.

Useful Metrobus routes
#05C/D The double-decker #05C/D from Gandhi Square to Rosebank and Sandton City takes a fascinating detour through the colourful, crowded streets of the Fashion District and Hillbrow.