What is the distance between Pretoria and Newcastle?

The distance between the two cities is 175 miles (281 km).

Bus Pretoria to Newcastle from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Cheapest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Fastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags

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Get from Pretoria to Newcastle

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6hAverage Duration

175 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Eagle Liner

3/510,254 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Users have generally appreciated the timely service and smooth rides, with many highlighting comfortable seating. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functional air conditioning leading to uncomfortable temperatures during trips. Additionally, there are concerns about cleanliness on certain buses and occasional logistical challenges like bus transfers or breakdowns affecting travel convenience.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Newcastle recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy how the bus toilet wasn't working on a 6 hour trip across 2 provinces.

Banathi N.

September 16, 2025

The driver that took us to Newcastle was so rude 😤 I don't remember his name but I asked whether the last stop was shell garage or nor the answer that I got even some passengers were shocked

Lindiwe N.

August 29, 2025

Driver was on phone (no handsfree) most of the trip. We drove past the point I was going he wouldnt let me hop off even though we waited 10 min at a t junction in volksrust to give a bag to someone who lives there. I am a white afrikaans and english speaker but all communication by staff and driver was in languages i didnt understand

Steph D.

July 17, 2025

Intercape

3.5/543,841 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to the reviews, users consistently praise the service for its comfort, professionalism, and punctuality. The trips are described as smooth and efficient with friendly staff providing attentive care. Although one review mentioned a technical issue with the bus, it was handled well by the company.

Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Newcastle recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the trip very much, especially loved the way the bus attendees attended to us.

Lindelwa M.

November 17, 2024

The bus had technical issues but how the situation was handle. I also had to change my ticket the process was so easy keep up the great service intercape I highly recommend your service

Thandeka K.

November 4, 2024

It was quite quick clean. I didn’t like that the bus only had a break stop where I was getting off

Lusanda M.

September 16, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pretoria to Newcastle, ZA by bus

What is the distance between Pretoria and Newcastle?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$18

11/17

$18

Today

$18

11/19

$18

11/20

$18

11/21

$18

11/22

$18

11/23

$18

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Newcastle, ZA was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $26 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Newcastle, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-23.

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.