What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Volksrust?

It's about 245 km (152 miles) from Pretoria to Volksrust.

Bus Pretoria to Volksrust from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pretoria to Volksrust on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05am	Volksrust - Engen Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Volksrust on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05am	Volksrust - Engen Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Volksrust on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05am	Volksrust - Engen Garage	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Pretoria to Volksrust on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05am	Volksrust - Engen Garage	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Pretoria to Volksrust on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05am	Volksrust - Engen Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Next departures for Pretoria to Volksrust on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	5h 5m	11:05am	Volksrust - Engen Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags
Bus	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	5h 20m	11:35am	Volksrust - Engen Midway Service Centre, 13 Dr Nelson Mandela Dr, 2470	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:25 PM SAST.

Get from Pretoria to Volksrust

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

247 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,939 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Eagle Liner

3/510,292 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

According to user reports, there are concerns about the bus conditions, including issues with cleanliness and the air conditioning not functioning properly. Additionally, some users have mentioned discomfort due to the cold weather while waiting for bus exchanges.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Volksrust recent customer reviews

I did not enjoy for waiting for bus outside when exchanging at Heidelberg and the weather was very cold and the air conditions were not working

Zandile B.

October 20, 2025

My daughter and my brother lost a bag during the exchange of buses today.Bag tag number:A312486. Thier eagle liner reference numbers were: STB4XYH01 and STB4XYH02

Dumazile T.

June 28, 2025

I didn't enjoy anything, the bus broke down twice and we had to wait five hours for another bus , it was horrible

Langalakhe Z.

December 3, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pretoria to Volksrust by bus

What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Volksrust?
It's about 245 km (152 miles) from Pretoria to Volksrust.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-20

$19

11-21

$19

Today

$19

11-23

$24

11-24

$24

11-25

$24

11-26

$24

11-27

$24

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Volksrust was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $40 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Volksrust based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-25.

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.