How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Estcourt?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Estcourt start from $18. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Estcourt?

The average bus trip duration from Pretoria to Estcourt is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 250 miles (403 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Estcourt route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Estcourt at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Pretoria to Estcourt generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Pretoria to Estcourt?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2055 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Pretoria to Estcourt?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Pretoria to Estcourt from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pretoria to Estcourt on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	9h 40m	4:10am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 40m	12:40am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	Fastest
Bus	4:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 55m	11:25pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	7h 6m	12:36am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 55m	11:25pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Estcourt on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h 10m	11:40am	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	8h 45m	3:00pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 50m	10:10pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	7h 6m	12:36am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	7h 50m	1:50pm	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Estcourt on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h 10m	11:40am	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	8h 45m	3:00pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 50m	10:10pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	7h 6m	12:36am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	7h 50m	1:50pm	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Estcourt on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h 10m	11:40am	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	8h 45m	3:00pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 50m	10:10pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	7h 6m	12:36am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	7h 50m	1:50pm	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Estcourt on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h 10m	11:40am	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	8h 45m	3:00pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 55m	2:40pm	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	7h 6m	12:36am	Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	7h 50m	1:50pm	ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:54 AM SAST.

Get from Pretoria to Estcourt

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

6h 55mAverage Duration

250 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,376 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to user feedback, the driver and staff were praised for their excellent service, contributing positively to the travel experience. However, there was a report of a significant delay in arrival time by over two hours.

Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Estcourt recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the toilet was smelling bad, cold bcz of air conditioning that was opened full I'm sick ryt now flu

Phumelel M.

February 2, 2025

The bus was very cold and the bus was having cockroaches they change the bus without letting the clients know if I didn’t ask the current bus was gonna left me behind

Joy N.

October 28, 2023

There treatment was great

Khumo L.

October 12, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/511,827 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is appreciated for its punctuality and cleanliness, providing a fresh travel experience. However, some users noted concerns about safety due to multiple stops made because of driver fatigue without the presence of a relief driver.

Intercity Xpress Pretoria Estcourt recent customer reviews

The driver didn't stop at my drop off point and left me stranded at some random petrol station all alone hours away. I had to ask for help by myself, the driver didn't care. Completely unprofessional and unacceptable

Sipho S.

December 16, 2024

First, the bus was on time, The bus was so clean and fresh. And it was my first time traveling using Intercity Xpress.

Mfundo M.

December 4, 2024

I like the fact that we arrived on time.. I didn't like that we made 3 stops as our driver sighted fatigue.. I felt our safety was compromised as he did not have a 2nd (relief) driver.

Mpilo D.

June 27, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53,336 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Users report that the trip was generally pleasant, with clean buses and professional, friendly drivers. However, there were some concerns about hygiene in the toilets and a delay that resulted in arriving an hour late at their destination.

Big Sky Express Pretoria Estcourt recent customer reviews

The trip was great, clean bus, the drivers were very professional and nice, but the bus was delayed only got to my destination an hour late

Thabisa N.

September 24, 2024

It was okay except for the toilet, it’s not hygiene

Nonduduzo G.

October 17, 2023

Citiliner

3.5/52,073 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Based on 2073 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $23

Greyhound Dreamliner Pretoria Estcourt recent customer reviews

It was broken

Mbapeua M.

September 22, 2020

Everything was just perfect this time around

Sinethemba M.

January 18, 2020

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,357 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

According to customer reviews, Citiliner needs to improve their punctuality as the bus was consistently 2 hours late. Additionally, customers complained about non-functioning charging ports on the bus. However, some customers mentioned that aside from these issues, the service was satisfactory.

Citiliner Plus Pretoria Estcourt recent customer reviews

Very bad. The bus arrived 1h30mins later at the stop and the attendants were very rude about it

Simphiwe S.

June 26, 2023

The bus was 2 hours late the bus was so cold no heater

Terrone A.

June 30, 2024

The bus was 2 hours late and the charging port were not working

Edward M.

May 31, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pretoria to Estcourt by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Estcourt?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Estcourt start from $18. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Estcourt?
The average bus trip duration from Pretoria to Estcourt is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 250 miles (403 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Estcourt route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Estcourt?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Estcourt at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Estcourt?
A bus trip from Pretoria to Estcourt generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pretoria to Estcourt?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2055 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Estcourt?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Pretoria to Estcourt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Estcourt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, 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

01/05

$21

01/06

$15

Today

$15

01/08

$15

01/09

$19

01/10

$19

01/11

$21

01/12

$19

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Estcourt was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $55 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Estcourt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-01-08.

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.