Bus from Pretoria to East London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pretoria to East London on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flexi City ConnectBus
Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001
EAST LONDON WINDMILLCheapest
Intercity XpressBus
Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Railway StationFastest
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
    East London Windmill ParkNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:08 PM SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Pretoria to East London

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 15 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    18bus per day
    15h 40mAverage Duration
    808 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$28 - $125Average Duration15h 40m
    20kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average Price$53 - $106Average Duration15h 15m
    25kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pretoria to East London by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to East London?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to East London start from $28. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to East London?

      The average bus travel time from Pretoria to East London is 15h 40m, covering a distance of 808 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Citilink.

    3. Which bus companies service the Pretoria to East London route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, APM WC, Jacobs Coaches, Milta Coaches, Citilink.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pretoria to East London?

      The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to East London at 3:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to East London?

      A bus trip from Pretoria to East London generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Pretoria to East London?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to East London?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pretoria to East London?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to East London?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    11-28
    $49
    11-29
    $50
    Today
    $59
    12-01
    $43
    12-02
    $39
    12-03
    $39
    12-04
    $39
    12-05
    $48
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pretoria to East London was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $39

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

    You can expect to pay from $39 to $120 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-02.

    Usually 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.

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