Bus from Cape Town to Pretoria: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Pretoria on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Delta CoachesBus
Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
Bosman Coach Station Terminus CheapestFastest
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
Delta CoachesBus
Train Station, 1 Old Marine Dr.
Bosman Coach Station Terminus No tags
GreyhoundBus
Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Bosman Coach Station Terminus No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 04:11 SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Pretoria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day
20h 15mAverage duration
811 milesDistance
33kgCO₂ 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 £37. 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 15m, covering a distance of 811 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 34 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Hope Diamond Transport, 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 33 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 Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45626 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 4.5 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
24/01
£25
25/01
£32
Today
£17
27/01
£18
28/01
£18
29/01
£18
30/01
£18
31/01
£18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Pretoria was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £17

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 £17 to £65 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 £18, which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually 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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