Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 26 November
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 27 November
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Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 28 November
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Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 29 November
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Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 30 November
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Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 1 December
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Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Next departures from Pretoria to East London on 2 December
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Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILL
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway Station
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
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Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
East London Windmill Park
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Many users appreciated the friendly and professional staff, comfortable seating, and overall organization of their trips. However, some travelers experienced delays during check-in and departure times. There were also concerns about non-functional charging ports, lack of toilet tissue in restrooms, excessive air conditioning use when cold outside, unexpected stops without communication from drivers or staff members not addressing passenger inquiries effectively.
Intercape Budgetliner Pretoria East London recent customer reviews
The seats were not easily adjustable...I ended up having a backpack,please do so maintenance
4 out of 5 stars
Imange Y.
I enjoyed the comfortable sitting 😌 ☺️ and I disappointed no heater it was cold 🙃 😫
3 out of 5 stars
Thandi M.
What I didn't like was when we told the driver that we were feeling cold because the air conditioner was on. He responded by saying we needed fresh air and continued to run the air conditioner, even though we were uncomfortable. Despite this, the overall experience was good. However, I also didn't appreciate that we stopped at a petrol station for no apparent reason while we were already running late, and they never communicated to us why we made that stop.
Users have reported that the bus service is punctual, with buses arriving on time. The seating was described as comfortable and clean by some passengers, who also appreciated functional charging points. However, there were mentions of inadequate air circulation inside the bus and concerns about traveling upstairs at night with children due to safety reasons.
Greyhound Pretoria East London recent customer reviews
Very bad the bus was late at park station and it was dripping water from the roof ..there were too many stop and go in the middle of nowhere
1 out of 5 stars
Melikhaya K.
Being put upstairs eith my 5year old cz at night she must go to the toilet try to comprise for parents those are dangerours when its dark holding a child in your hand...The driving I enjoyed the chairs where comfortable
5 out of 5 stars
Nontsikelelo M.
the bus was comfortable and the driver maintained safety precautions. there was an aircaircon mulfunction, we froze for 6 hours Kroonstad to Queenstown
Passengers have praised the friendly drivers and appreciated the clean, warm buses equipped with charging ports. However, some reviews noted that not all charging ports were functional and mentioned discomfort due to heat at certain seats. Additionally, there was feedback about late arrivals and a desire for more frequent stops during long journeys.
Eagle Liner Pretoria East London recent customer reviews
I was sleeping like a child it was smooth ride and i expect toilets but none but bus driver provided toilet and food stops
Not all charging ports were working but we enjoyed
But the bus was really dirty the sits
It was uncomfortable because the heat under the bus at the back seat was really hot and bad, anyway the aircon covered that but i enjoyed .
4 out of 5 stars
Vivian M.
Friendly drivers, very clean and warm bus with good charging parts for all passengers I recommend their service 🥰
4 out of 5 stars
Asiphe Q.
Unserviced buses that shutdown for hours in the middle of the road . Very very bad service , don’t know why they don’t just close the company
Users have noted that the intercity bus experience was generally fair, with commendations for the good performance of the drivers. However, there were consistent concerns about the cleanliness and hygiene standards of the toilets on board, which lacked water and did not meet expectations in terms of sanitation.
Intercity Xpress Pretoria East London recent customer reviews
Good morning the intercity experience was fair, the issue was the toilets they didn't meet hygienic standards. It was a dilemma they were not clean and didn't have water despite that bus drivers were good 💯
4 out of 5 stars
Sibonelo P.
Your driver left me behind cos the bus supposed to depart at 5pm but it just left before that so so disappointed shem never lie .meaning I just throw away my money in to the river just like that
1 out of 5 stars
Tshepo M.
I did not enjoy anything about the ride. Bus took almost 24 hours, it stinks of urine, it delayed us as it was heating so now we had to make stops and wait for it to cool off, had a tire issue at Bloem and it took 3 hour to fix. Left Joburg station at 8pm and arrived in EL at 2pm,that’s not normal. Bad bad experience even with the drivers
According to 30 reviews, Delta Coaches received a 1.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at £19
Delta Coaches Pretoria East London recent customer reviews
Am still on the road the bus has problems even now it stopped. Am hungry Am tired this is horrible, why do these people put buses that shouldn't be on the road on the road? Do they have no value for human life at all, no care for people. No amount patience can deal with this it's horrible. The bus doesn't even have place to charge a phone. Phones are low on battery because we been on the road for far too long. This should be a crime.
1 out of 5 stars
Asisipho X.
The bus was extremely late,we left Bosman (Pretoria)at 9pm instead of 5. There was little to no communication about the cause of the delays. We(people going to East London) were treated like we were not priority and didn't pay for our trip. They prioritized Mthatha and Cape Town. Even on the way, they almost made us get off so that they can only take the Mthatha people (again)I am never booking Delta again!!!
1 out of 5 stars
Khomotjo K.
The bus was an hour late. At Park Station, we waited an hour for the other bus to arrive. All in all, a 3hour delay without even leaving Gauteng.. On the road, bus was making unnecessary stops, picking up random passengers on the road with little regard to the passengers. A full 19hours on the road. Terrible service all round!6
Passengers have expressed satisfaction with the comfort of the bus and professionalism of the staff. However, some users noted that charging ports were not operational, there was an issue with temperature control making it too cold on board, and a significant delay in arrival time was experienced by others.
Big Sky Express Pretoria East London recent customer reviews
It was very cold on the bus, even when they "supposedly" switched on the heater. That would be the only bad thing. Otherwise, I had a satisfactory ride to my destination
5 out of 5 stars
Aviwe M.
The bus was comfortable and the bus tenders were very professional and courteous. I just made the mistake of selecting a bus that goes past Mthatha while I wanted to travel straight to East London.
Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 2.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Flexi City Connect ticket prices on this trip start at £16
Based on 2737 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at £16
Based on 87 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Jacobs Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at £40
Milta Coaches offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at £25. The quickest ride takes around 835. Milta Coaches offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 1.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Citilink ticket prices on this trip start at £25
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pretoria to East London
What's the distance between Pretoria and East London by coach?
The distance between Pretoria and East London by coach is approximately 502 miles (810 km).
What is the best way to go from Pretoria to East London without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on 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.
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24/11
£18
25/11
£24
Today
£23
27/11
£16
28/11
£16
29/11
£23
30/11
£23
01/12
£23
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to East London was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £16
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 £16 to £50 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 £16, which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.