How far is Pretoria from Empangeni by coach?

The journey from Empangeni to Pretoria by coach covers an approximate distance of 306 miles (494 km).

What is the best way to go from Empangeni to Pretoria without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Empangeni to Pretoria from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Empangeni to Pretoria on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:35	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Empangeni to Pretoria on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	16:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	13h 40m	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	19:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures from Empangeni to Pretoria on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	19:35	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	07:30	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Empangeni to Pretoria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 55mAverage duration

307 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£19 - £49	Average duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£22 - £46	Average duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Empangeni and Pretoria?

Stops in Empangeni

A
Art and Cultural History Museum
Museum and Tourist Office, 42 Turnbull Street
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Stops in Pretoria

A
Pretoria Station
Office 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
B
Pretoria Station
Motor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,922 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers appreciated the timely arrival and overall safety of their journey. The affordability was also a positive aspect noted by users. However, some concerns were raised about cleanliness issues in the bus toilet and minor mechanical problems during travel.

Intercape Mainliner Empangeni Pretoria recent customer reviews

We arrived 4 hours late and I missed my bus to Limpopo I had to spend more money 😭😭😭

Mpilo K.

10 November 2025

The bus arrived late for pick up, and for arrival as well besides that the other passenger passed away inside the bus, the bus was not in good condition. The drivers were good and patient though.

Zandile M.

1 July 2024

Bus was faulty we stayed for more than 5 hours to get another bus on this cold weather.

Ntombifuthi Z.

12 June 2024

Citiliner

3.5/51,911 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.2

Based on 1911 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at £19

Greyhound Dreamliner Empangeni Pretoria recent customer reviews

All went well till we had to do a driver change in Johanbesburg

André W.

29 December 2020

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Empangeni to Pretoria

How far is Pretoria from Empangeni by coach?
The journey from Empangeni to Pretoria by coach covers an approximate distance of 306 miles (494 km).
What is the best way to go from Empangeni to Pretoria without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

19/11

£21

20/11

£31

Today

£21

22/11

£33

23/11

£18

24/11

£17

25/11

£17

26/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Empangeni to Pretoria was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 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 Empangeni to Pretoria as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £33 for a bus ticket from Empangeni to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-24.