Bus Tickets from Pretoria to Polokwane

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Polokwane
    Destination location: 16 R101
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Polokwane
    Destination location: 17 Thabo Mbeki St
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Polokwane
    Destination location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Polokwane
    Destination location: 17 Thabo Mbeki St
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Polokwane
    Destination location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pretoria to Polokwane: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 45m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure9:30am
Distance242 km
Latest bus departure8:00pm

Pretoria to Polokwane Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pretoria - Polokwane

  1. How long is the trip from Pretoria to Polokwane by bus?

    The trip from Pretoria to Polokwane will take on average 4h 45m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Polokwane in about 30m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Polokwane?

    The distance between Pretoria and Polokwane is around 241 km (149 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pretoria to Polokwane?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria, and end it at Polokwane - Mall Of The North, in Polokwane.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Pretoria to Polokwane?

    The least expensive way to go from Pretoria to Polokwane would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$12, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Pretoria to Polokwane?

    Taking the bus from Pretoria to Polokwane costs on average US$24.

  6. Is it possible to do a day trip from Pretoria to Polokwane?

    Yes, a day trip from Pretoria to Polokwane is definitely doable. You'll spend about 1h on the round-trip journey between Pretoria and Polokwane. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Polokwane.

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

Best price found
05-17
US$13
05-18
US$14
Today
US$13
05-20
US$15
05-21
US$14
05-22
US$15
05-23
US$15
05-24
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pretoria to Polokwane was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$13

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

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$22 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Polokwane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-05-21.

Usually MAINLINER 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pretoria and Polokwane!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Pretoria to Polokwane, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pretoria to Polokwane will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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