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TodayApr 28
from $31
TomorrowApr 29
from $29
TueApr 30
from $29
WedMay 1
from $26
ThuMay 2
from $26
FriMay 3
from $26
SatMay 4
from $25
SunMay 5

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Scheiding St & Bosman St, Coach Terminus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Cape Town
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $31
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Scheiding St & Bosman St, Coach Terminus
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $31
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Cape Town Main Train Station
    Operated by: Delta CoachesDelta Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $33
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape SleeplinerIntercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $69
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape SleeplinerIntercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $64
Bus Pretoria to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Bus Pretoria to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36
Average bus trip duration20h 30m
Number of daily buses30
Earliest bus departure5:30 AM
Distance810 miles (1306 km)
Latest bus departure7:00 PM

Pretoria to Cape Town Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures30
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:30AM - 7:00PM
Minimum Price$23
Average Ticket Price$36
Minimum Trip Duration17h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration20h30m
Distance810 miles (1306 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteIntercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Cape Town

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Cape Town without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Pretoria to Cape Town takes around 20h 30m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 17h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 814 miles (1313 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Pretoria and Cape Town is 814 miles (1313 km).

About 30 buses travel this route daily, provided by Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Pretoria to Cape Town may vary. Simplify your trip from Pretoria to Cape Town by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 5:30 AM and 7:00 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Pretoria to Cape Town start their journey at Pretoria Station and wind up at Bellville. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $16 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Cape Town from Pretoria.

You can expect to pay around $36 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $16 and $83, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Cape Town, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Franschhoek and Simonstown.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Pretoria to Cape Town. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/26
$24
04/27
$24
Today
$24
04/29
$23
04/30
$24
05/01
$23
05/02
$24
05/03
$24
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Cape Town was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $50 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pretoria and Cape Town!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pretoria to Cape Town, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pretoria to Cape Town will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Pretoria to Cape Town, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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