What is the distance between Pretoria and Newcastle?

Pretoria and Newcastle are 281 km (175 miles) apart.

Bus Pretoria to Newcastle from US$16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on October 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	Cheapest
		6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on October 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Cheapest
6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on October 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Cheapest
6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Newcastle on October 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	Cheapest
6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 45m	11:45am	Newcastle (Shell Garage) - Leon Motors Shell Garage, Murchison St, Newcastle Cbd, Newcastle, 2940	Fastest
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags
6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	6h	12:00pm	Newcastle ( (Bus Terminal) - Bus Rank, Newcastle, 2940	No tags
6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	6h 15m	12:30pm	Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940	No tags

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Bus Pretoria to Newcastle, ZA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21

Average Bus Trip Duration6h

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance286 km

Latest bus departure6:15am

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Eagle Liner

2.5/510,010 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Users have generally appreciated the timely service and smooth rides, with many highlighting comfortable seating. However, some reviews mention issues such as non-functional air conditioning leading to uncomfortable temperatures during trips. Additionally, there are concerns about cleanliness on certain buses and occasional logistical challenges like bus transfers or breakdowns affecting travel convenience.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Newcastle recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy how the bus toilet wasn't working on a 6 hour trip across 2 provinces.

Banathi N.

September 16, 2025

The driver that took us to Newcastle was so rude 😤 I don't remember his name but I asked whether the last stop was shell garage or nor the answer that I got even some passengers were shocked

Lindiwe N.

August 29, 2025

Driver was on phone (no handsfree) most of the trip. We drove past the point I was going he wouldnt let me hop off even though we waited 10 min at a t junction in volksrust to give a bag to someone who lives there. I am a white afrikaans and english speaker but all communication by staff and driver was in languages i didnt understand

Steph D.

July 17, 2025

Intercape

3.5/543,073 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to the reviews, users consistently praise the service for its comfort, professionalism, and punctuality. The trips are described as smooth and efficient with friendly staff providing attentive care. Although one review mentioned a technical issue with the bus, it was handled well by the company.

Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Newcastle recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the trip very much, especially loved the way the bus attendees attended to us.

Lindelwa M.

November 17, 2024

The bus had technical issues but how the situation was handle. I also had to change my ticket the process was so easy keep up the great service intercape I highly recommend your service

Thandeka K.

November 4, 2024

It was quite quick clean. I didn’t like that the bus only had a break stop where I was getting off

Lusanda M.

September 16, 2024

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What is the distance between Pretoria and Newcastle?
Pretoria and Newcastle are 281 km (175 miles) apart.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pretoria to Newcastle, get comfy and count the stars.

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Bus Tickets from Pretoria to Newcastle, ZA

Next departures

Bus Pretoria to Newcastle, ZA: Trip Overview

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Eagle Liner Pretoria Newcastle recent customer reviews

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