Bus Tickets from Pretoria to East London

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Next departures for Pretoria to East London on November 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway StationCheapestFastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
    East London Windmill ParkNo tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    Bosman Coach Station Terminus
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
    Eagle LinerBus
    Bosman Coach Station Terminus
    Railway StationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:40 AM SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Pretoria to East London

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    17bus per day
    15h 40mAverage Duration
    808 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$29 - $125Average Duration15h 40m
    20kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average Price$53 - $103Average Duration15h 15m
    25kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pretoria to East London by bus

    1. What is the distance between Pretoria and East London?

      The distance between Pretoria and East London is around 810 km (502 miles).

    2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pretoria to East London?

      Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria, and end it at Railway Station, in East London.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-16
    $38
    11-17
    $31
    Today
    $31
    11-19
    $32
    11-20
    $34
    11-21
    $35
    11-22
    $35
    11-23
    $33
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pretoria to East London was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $31

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pretoria to East London, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $31 to $68 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-19.

    Usually APM WC, Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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