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Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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Average PriceUS$22 - US$61 | Average Duration15h 25m | 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Shuttle | Average PriceUS$40 - US$65 | Average Duration14h 55m | 25kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
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 US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus East London to Pretoria: Trip Overview
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East London to Pretoria Bus
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from East London to Pretoria.
We make sure you can find a bus service from East London to Pretoria from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Pretoria from East London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Pretoria
How long is the trip from East London to Pretoria by bus?
The trip from East London to Pretoria will take on average 15h 25m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Pretoria in about 13h 30m.
What is the travel distance from East London to Pretoria?
It's about 810 km (502 miles) from East London to Pretoria.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from East London to Pretoria?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), in East London, and end it at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria.
What is the cheapest way to travel from East London to Pretoria?
The least expensive way to go from East London to Pretoria would be going by bus. Starting at US$22, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from East London to Pretoria?
Taking the bus from East London to Pretoria costs on average US$35.
Is there an overnight bus from East London to Pretoria?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from East London until 5:30pm and reaching Pretoria on the following day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 US$22 to US$46 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 US$22 which is on 2025-06-05.
Usually SLEEPLINER 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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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from East London to Pretoria but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from East London to Pretoria, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from East London to Pretoria.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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Popular Buses Connecting East London
Buses Leaving from East London
- Bus from East London to Port Elizabeth
- Bus East London - Johannesburg
- East London - Durban
- Bus from East London to Mdantsane
- Bus East London - Bloemfontein
- East London - Pretoria
- Bus from East London to Cape Town
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- East London - King William’s Town
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Buses Going to East London
- Bus from Durban to East London
- Bus Mdantsane - East London
- Port Elizabeth - East London
- Bus from Bloemfontein to East London
- Bus George - East London
- Alice - East London
- Bus from Cape Town to East London
- Bus Welkom - East London
- Humansdorp - East London
- Bus from Grahamstown to East London
- Bus Caledon - East London
- Umzimkulu - East London
- Bus from Kokstad to East London
- Bus Uitenhage - East London
- Vanderbijlpark - East London
Popular Buses Connecting Pretoria
Buses Leaving from Pretoria
- Bus from Pretoria to Polokwane
- Bus Pretoria - Rustenburg
- Pretoria - Midrand
- Bus from Pretoria to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Pretoria - Pietermaritzburg
- Pretoria - Springs
- Bus from Pretoria to Tzaneen
- Bus Pretoria - Kimberley
- Pretoria - Queenstown
- Bus from Pretoria to Richards Bay
- Bus Pretoria - Johannesburg
- Pretoria - Nelspruit
- Bus from Pretoria to Malelane
- Bus Pretoria - Bloemfontein
- Pretoria - Ladysmith
Buses Going to Pretoria
- Bus from Centurion to Pretoria
- Bus Johannesburg - Pretoria
- Midrand - Pretoria
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Pretoria
- Bus Harare - Pretoria
- Kimberley - Pretoria
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria
- Bus Potchefstroom - Pretoria
- Mthatha - Pretoria
- Bus from Aliwal North to Pretoria
- Bus Queenstown - Pretoria
- Graaff Reinet - Pretoria
- Bus from Butterworth to Pretoria
- Bus Richards Bay - Pretoria
- Nelspruit - Pretoria
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Mthatha to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Mthatha
- Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
- Bus Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Durban - Cape Town
- Bus from Johannesburg to Queenstown
- Bus Cape Town - Pretoria
- Bloemfontein - Durban
- Bus from Johannesburg to Kimberley
- Bus Idutywa - Johannesburg
- Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg
- Bus from Cape Town to Butterworth
- Bus Johannesburg - Margate
- Johannesburg - East London
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