Bus from East London to Pretoria: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Pretoria on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flexi City ConnectBus
East London (Station) - 20 Station St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200
Pretoria - Bosman Station, 177 Church Street, Pretoria, 0001Cheapest
Delta CoachesBus
East London (Windmill)
Bosman Coach Station Terminus Fastest
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    East London Windmill Park
    Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:23 SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Pretoria

    We recommend taking the bus

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

    19bus per day
    15h 40mAverage duration
    501 milesDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£15 - £70Average duration15h 40m
    20kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average price£30 - £62Average duration14h 55m
    25kg CO₂e

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

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

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

      The cheapest coach tickets from East London to Pretoria start from £15. The average price for this route is around £29. 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 journey from East London to Pretoria?

      The average bus journey time from East London to Pretoria is 15h 40m, covering a distance of 501 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 30m and is operated by Jacobs Coaches.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, Jacobs Coaches, Milta Coaches.

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

      The earliest bus departs from East London to Pretoria at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

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

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

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

      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 company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Pretoria?

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

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Pretoria?

      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 East London to Pretoria?

      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
    27/11
    £38
    28/11
    £33
    Today
    £26
    30/11
    £24
    01/12
    £21
    02/12
    £21
    03/12
    £21
    04/12
    £19
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Pretoria was searched and found on 4 Dec 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 East London to Pretoria as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from £19 to £60 for a bus ticket from East London to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-04.

    Usually Big Sky, 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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