Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City N1 | Bosman Station 4 Scheiding Street | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Mall of the North | Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 16 R101 | Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 17 Thabo Mbeki St | Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:43 PM SAST.
Get from Polokwane to Pretoria
The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Polokwane and Pretoria
Stops in Polokwane
- A
Polokwane - Mall Of The North
Cnr R81 & N1 Bypass, Polokwane, South Africa - B
City Square
Opposite City Square, on Thabo Mbeki Street, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700, South Africa
Stops in Pretoria
- A
Pretoria Station
Office 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa - B
Pretoria Station
Motor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Polokwane to Pretoria 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 Polokwane to Pretoria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Polokwane to Pretoria start from $25. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Polokwane to Pretoria?
The average bus travel time from Polokwane to Pretoria is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 245 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Polokwane to Pretoria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Phadziri, Eagle Liner, Sable Class Transport, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Enos Luxury Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Polokwane to Pretoria?
The earliest bus departs from Polokwane to Pretoria at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Polokwane to Pretoria?
A bus trip from Polokwane to Pretoria generates an estimated 6.10555 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Polokwane to Pretoria?
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 2121 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Polokwane to Pretoria?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Polokwane to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Enos Luxury Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Polokwane to Pretoria?
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.
The cheapest trip from Polokwane to Pretoria was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Polokwane to Pretoria, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $122 for a bus ticket from Polokwane to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-07-21.
Usually Citiliner, 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.
