According to customer reviews, the bus service is generally comfortable and nice. However, there have been reports of buses breaking down in Johannesburg and customers having to wait for a replacement bus for up to 3 hours.
Intercape Mainliner Express Pretoria Aliwal North recent customer reviews
My bus was on time
5 out of 5 stars
Sewela M.
There were a few stops for us to use clean bathrooms.
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning mechanical problems and lack of heating. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.
Eagle Liner Pretoria Aliwal North recent customer reviews
The bus was having a mechanical problems and no heater. 3 hours late to the destination
Users report having a positive travel experience, with one describing their journey as very good and another expressing satisfaction without any complaints. Overall, the feedback highlights enjoyable trips that met expectations.
APMWC Pretoria Aliwal North recent customer reviews
According to users, Intercity Xpress provides a clean and comfortable travel experience with friendly and considerate drivers. However, there have been mentions of the bus being very cold during the journey.
Intercity Xpress Pretoria Aliwal North recent customer reviews
Cleanness 👌staff was friendly and the bus was very warm...time management 👌I'm definitely using your bus again
4 out of 5 stars
Wendy L.
The bus was not on time and the time of departure
was different to the one that was on my ticket. The service was very poor
1 out of 5 stars
Tholwana M.
I had a great experience with Intercity Xpress. The bus arrived on time, it was clean & neat. The drivers were friendly & considerate.
Based on 3864 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Delta Coaches Pretoria Aliwal North recent customer reviews
The bus came late a pickup station, and the was no sorry or atleast explanation, poor customer service
2 out of 5 stars
Zizipho T.
Their service is bad, they did not stick to the agreed time. Coach was very cold and they used different location for drop off in Aliwal North
Users have noted that the bus ride was generally fine, but there were concerns about cleanliness and extended waiting times at stops. The bus appeared not to be cleaned after previous trips, with a noticeable smell from the toilet persisting throughout the journey. Additionally, passengers experienced prolonged waits at certain stations.
Greyhound Pretoria Aliwal North recent customer reviews
-The staff (Drivers) were professional and friendly
-Cleanliness
-No delays
-Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
Zodidi N.
The bus was very dirty. Doesn’t seem like it was cleaned after their last trip and the smell of the toilet was in the air the entire drive through. We stood on park station for a whole hour too
3 out of 5 stars
Caylynne C.
I did not enjoy the drivers have a tendency of asking for luggage money of R150 in each and every station please investigate that
Based on 1917 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $47
Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. Ramalo ticket prices on this trip start at $64
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pretoria to Aliwal North by bus
How far is Pretoria from Aliwal North?
It's about 571 km (354 miles) from Pretoria to Aliwal North.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pretoria to Aliwal North?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria, and end it at Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), in Aliwal North.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-21
$37
11-22
$28
Today
$28
11-24
$28
11-25
$28
11-26
$31
11-27
$28
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$31
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Aliwal North was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $28
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pretoria to Aliwal North, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $91 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-11-24.
Usually Eagle Liner 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.
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Aliwal North was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $28
