How to get from Soweto to Runda by bus?

From Soweto to Runda by bus

To get from Soweto to Runda in Parklands/Westlands, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 17AKY bus from Soweto station to Flats station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 46B bus and finally take the 114R bus from Ngara Stage station to Runda Estate Entrance station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The bus schedule from Soweto may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Runda on the Moovit app.

109min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 17AKY17AKY
Bus - 46B46B
Bus - 114R114R
Walk to Runda
Leaves from Soweto

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Soweto
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 17AKY17AKY
    Wait for bus
    17AKY
    Eastleigh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Flats
    38 min
  • 4
    Bus - 46B46B
    Wait for bus
    46B
    Tusker
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ngara
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ngara Stage
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 114R114R
    Wait for bus
    114R
    Limuru
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Runda Estate Entrance
    28 min
  • 9
    Walk to Runda
    Walk to
    Runda
    Runda Vale
    920 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Soweto to Runda

The distance between Soweto, Parklands/Westlands and Runda, Parklands/Westlands is approximately 22.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Soweto to Runda by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Parklands/Westlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Soweto to Runda

To check the bus schedule from Soweto to Runda using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Soweto) and destination (Runda), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Soweto to Runda?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Bus line 17AKY, Bus line 46B, Bus line 114R.

  • Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Runda?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Soweto to Runda?

    The 17AKY bus line goes from Soweto station near Soweto in Embakasi to Flats station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Flats station near Runda in Parklands/Westlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Soweto to Runda by bus?

    The total travel time between Soweto in Embakasi and Runda in Parklands/Westlands by bus is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Soweto to get to Runda?

    Get on the 17AKY bus from the Soweto stop near Soweto in Embakasi.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Soweto and Runda?

    Get off the bus at the Flats stop, which is closest to Runda in Parklands/Westlands.

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