Bus Tickets from Pretoria to Johannesburg

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TodayJul 30
from US$20
TomorrowJul 31
from US$18
FriAug 1
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SatAug 2
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SunAug 3
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MonAug 4
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TueAug 5
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: PRETORIA
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: Big Tree CoachesBig Tree Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Bezuidenhout Valley- 1 Fourth Street, Albertina Sisulu Road
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Johannesburg
    Destination location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Operated by: Delta CoachesDelta Coaches
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pretoria to Johannesburg

Bus
Average PriceUS$8 - US$96Average Duration1h 15m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$23 - US$45Average Duration35m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Pretoria to Johannesburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Johannesburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

68bus per day
1h 15mAverage Duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pretoria to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$26
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 15m
Number of daily buses68
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance51 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Pretoria to Johannesburg Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Pretoria to Johannesburg.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Pretoria to Johannesburg.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Johannesburg from Pretoria, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Pretoria - Johannesburg

  1. How far is Pretoria from Johannesburg?

    The distance between Pretoria and Johannesburg is around 54 km (34 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pretoria to Johannesburg?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria, and end it at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-28
US$18
07-29
US$16
Today
US$18
07-31
US$16
08-01
US$16
08-02
US$15
08-03
US$15
08-04
US$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$86 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$15 which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually MBTRANSPORT 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

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg.

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 Pretoria to Johannesburg.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Pretoria to Johannesburg

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