Bus from Cape Town to Pretoria: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Pretoria on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
    Pretoria - Luxury Coach TerminalCheapest
    Eagle LinerBus
    Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
    Bosman Coach Station Terminus Fastest
    Intercape SleeplinerBus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
    Big Sky ExpressBus
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
      GreyhoundBus
      Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
      Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:33 SAST.

      Get from Cape Town to Pretoria

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      35bus per day
      20h 10mAverage duration
      800 milesDistance
      32kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cape Town to Pretoria

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Pretoria start from £19. The average price for this route is around £43. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        The average bus journey time from Cape Town to Pretoria is 20h 10m, covering a distance of 800 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Ramalo.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Pretoria route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Ramalo.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Pretoria at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:45.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        A bus journey from Cape Town to Pretoria produces an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Pretoria?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      28/11
      £40
      29/11
      £70
      Today
      £41
      01/12
      £38
      02/12
      £32
      03/12
      £38
      04/12
      £26
      05/12
      £38
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Pretoria was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £26

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

      You can expect to pay from £26 to £96 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-12-04.

      Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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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