How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Volksrust?

The cheapest coach tickets from Pretoria to Volksrust start from £13. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pretoria to Volksrust?

The average bus journey time from Pretoria to Volksrust is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Volksrust route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Volksrust?

The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Volksrust at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 06:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Volksrust?

A bus journey from Pretoria to Volksrust produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Pretoria to Volksrust?

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 45204 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Volksrust?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pretoria to Volksrust?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Volksrust?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pretoria to Volksrust from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pretoria to Volksrust on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05	Volksrust - Engen Garage	Cheapest
Bus	06:00	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	4h 50m	10:50	Volksrust - Engen Garage, 19 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, Volksrust, 2470	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Next departures from Pretoria to Volksrust on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05	Volksrust - Engen Garage	Cheapest
Bus	06:00	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	4h 50m	10:50	Volksrust - Engen Garage, 19 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, Volksrust, 2470	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Next departures from Pretoria to Volksrust on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05	Volksrust - Engen Garage	Cheapest
Bus	06:00	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	4h 50m	10:50	Volksrust - Engen Garage, 19 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, Volksrust, 2470	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	06:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:50 SAST.

Get from Pretoria to Volksrust

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 5mAverage duration

153 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,466 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Eagle Liner

3/511,030 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

According to user reports, there are concerns about the bus conditions, including issues with cleanliness and the air conditioning not functioning properly. Additionally, some users have mentioned discomfort due to the cold weather while waiting for bus exchanges.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Volksrust recent customer reviews

I did not enjoy for waiting for bus outside when exchanging at Heidelberg and the weather was very cold and the air conditions were not working

Zandile B.

20 October 2025

My daughter and my brother lost a bag during the exchange of buses today.Bag tag number:A312486. Thier eagle liner reference numbers were: STB4XYH01 and STB4XYH02

Dumazile T.

28 June 2025

I didn't enjoy anything, the bus broke down twice and we had to wait five hours for another bus , it was horrible

Langalakhe Z.

3 December 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511,866 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pretoria to Volksrust

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

How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Volksrust?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pretoria to Volksrust start from £13. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pretoria to Volksrust?
The average bus journey time from Pretoria to Volksrust is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 153 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Volksrust route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Volksrust?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Volksrust at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 06:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Volksrust?
A bus journey from Pretoria to Volksrust produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Pretoria to Volksrust?
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 45204 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Volksrust?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pretoria to Volksrust?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Volksrust?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

07/01

£14

08/01

£14

Today

£14

10/01

£14

11/01

£14

12/01

£14

13/01

£14

14/01

£13

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Volksrust was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £21 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Volksrust based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2026-01-14.

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.