Bus Tickets from Nelspruit to Pretoria

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TodayMay 22
from $25
TomorrowMay 23
from $29
SatMay 24
from $27
SunMay 25
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MonMay 26
TueMay 27
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WedMay 28
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ThuMay 29

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 23 at
    Departure city: Nelspruit
    Departure location: NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Pretoria
    Destination location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 23 at
    Departure city: Nelspruit
    Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Pretoria
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 23 at
    Departure city: Nelspruit
    Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Pretoria
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 23 at
    Departure city: Nelspruit
    Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Pretoria
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 23 at
    Departure city: Nelspruit
    Departure location: Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street
    Arrival time: May 24 at
    Destination city: Pretoria
    Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Nelspruit to Pretoria

Bus
Average Price$21 - $70Average Duration5h 10m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average Price$37 - $40Average Duration5h 40m
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Nelspruit to Pretoria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5h 10mAverage Duration
$21Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nelspruit to Pretoria: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$44
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 10m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure9:00am
Distance282 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Nelspruit to Pretoria Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Nelspruit - Pretoria

  1. How long does it take to get to Pretoria from Nelspruit by bus?

    The trip from Nelspruit to Pretoria will take on average 5h 10m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Pretoria in about 4h 25m.

  2. What is the distance between Nelspruit and Pretoria?

    It's about 277 km (172 miles) from Nelspruit to Pretoria.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Nelspruit to Pretoria?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive, in Nelspruit, and end it at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Nelspruit to Pretoria?

    The least expensive option to go from Nelspruit to Pretoria would be going by bus. Starting at $21, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Nelspruit to Pretoria?

    Taking the bus from Nelspruit to Pretoria costs on average $44.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-20
$35
05-21
$46
Today
$22
05-23
$27
05-24
$25
05-25
$25
05-26
$24
05-27
$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nelspruit to Pretoria was searched and found on May 22, 2025 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 Nelspruit to Pretoria, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $95 for a bus ticket from Nelspruit to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-05-26.

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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Nelspruit to Pretoria.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Nelspruit 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 Nelspruit to Pretoria.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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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