Bus from East London to Pretoria: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for East London to Pretoria on February 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Hope Diamond TransportBus
East London Station
Bosman Station, Pretoria CentralCheapest
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding StreetFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding StreetNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Bosman Coach Station Terminus No tags

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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 15 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
15h 25mAverage Duration
501 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$22 - $98Average Duration15h 25m
20kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$42 - $88Average Duration14h 55m
25kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from East London to Pretoria by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Pretoria?

    The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Pretoria start from $22. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 ride from East London to Pretoria?

    The average bus trip duration from East London to Pretoria is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 501 miles (808 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.

  3. Which bus companies service the East London to Pretoria route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Hope Diamond Transport, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Jacobs Coaches, Milta Coaches, APM WC.

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

    The earliest bus departs from East London to Pretoria at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Pretoria?

    A bus trip from East London to Pretoria generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from East London 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 45773 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Pretoria?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from East London to Pretoria?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 East London to Pretoria?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, 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
02/07
$24
02/08
$22
Today
$22
02/10
$22
02/11
$22
02/12
$22
02/13
$22
02/14
$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Pretoria was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $43 for a bus ticket from East London to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-02-11.

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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