How much is the bus ticket from Kimberley to Pretoria?

The cheapest coach tickets from Kimberley to Pretoria start from £16. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Kimberley to Pretoria?

The average bus journey time from Kimberley to Pretoria is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 295 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Kimberley to Pretoria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , APM WC , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kimberley to Pretoria?

The earliest bus departs from Kimberley to Pretoria at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kimberley to Pretoria?

A bus journey from Kimberley to Pretoria produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Kimberley to Pretoria?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Kimberley to Pretoria?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Kimberley 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kimberley 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.

Bus Kimberley to Pretoria from £16 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures from Kimberley to Pretoria on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Kimberley - Shell Ultra City, N12 Highway, Kimberley	7h 25m	14:55	Pretoria - Luxury Coach Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	02:50	KIMBERLEY (ULTRA CITY) - Ultra City, Transvaal Road	7h 20m	10:10	Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	8h 35m	09:15	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	08:30	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	8h 55m	17:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	00:50	Kimberley (Shell Ultra City) - Shell Ultra City, N12, Kimberley, 8301	8h 5m	08:55	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	No tags

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Get from Kimberley to Pretoria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

8h 10mAverage duration

295 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Kimberley and Pretoria?

Stops in Kimberley

A
Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre),, Kimberley, 8300, South Africa
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Stops in Pretoria

A
Pretoria Station
Office 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
B
Pretoria Station
Motor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.2

Many users have praised the bus service for its cleanliness, punctuality, and friendly staff. The drivers are often described as professional and skilled, contributing to an enjoyable travel experience. However, some reviews mention occasional delays and issues with non-functional toilets or unclear stop announcements. Despite these minor concerns, the overall feedback remains positive about the journey quality provided by this company.

Intercape Sleepliner Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

The Driver was excellent and was professional and the rest will maybe areas of improvement regarding the bus it'self and obviously the was late but the bus driver engaged us as that made things way better and enjoyable..otherwise it was fun

Thapelo M.

13 December 2025

The ride was ok but the bus kept stopping along the way. We ended up concluding that the bus was over heating because the drivers had to refill water.

Segofala M.

9 September 2025

The bus delayed in 2hours.i booked half past 7 in the morning it came half past 9.i arrived in pretoria late and struggled to get a taxi .it caused me to pay 300 for risk taxi to take me to mamelodi because they don't allow Uber/bolt next to Bosman station. My trip was bad

Nthabiseng B.

6 June 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi1.2

Passengers have praised the comfortable seats and friendly staff, contributing to an overall pleasant travel experience. However, several reviews mention that buses often arrived an hour late and had issues with blocked or odorous toilets. Despite these concerns, many appreciated the smooth rides provided by accommodating drivers.

Intercity Xpress Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was 2 hours late and onto o of that we had a puncture which i understand and atleast that was responded too quick

Keletso M.

31 December 2025

The bus came late n i was late for my my meeting tday now i was charged with absent without leave

Baatile M.

15 December 2025

I didn’t enjoy the trip because the bus was 2 hours late and they don’t even inform me and the bus was too full

Linda M.

6 December 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wi‑Fi1.5

Many users appreciated the timely service and friendly drivers provided by Big Sky, highlighting their overall positive experiences. However, some reviews mentioned issues such as broken seats, a foul-smelling toilet that opened unexpectedly during trips, and discomfort due to litter on the floor or closely spaced seating. Additionally, there were concerns about passengers consuming alcohol onboard after purchasing it at pitstops.

Big Sky Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

Broken seats to be fixed kindly immediately (none reclining), where I was seated there was no curtain.

Thato Sympathy M.

21 January 2026

It’s always exciting to take a trip with Big Sky. However this time around it was spoiled by the drunkards who joined us on the way, and buy alcohol at a pitstop to continued drinking onboard!

Maphutha K.

12 January 2026

Liter on the floor n the sit are to near to each other so wen the front passenger lays down the sit hurt our nee

Boipelo M.

24 December 2025

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wi‑Fi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at £16

APMWC Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

the bus was supposed to depart at 07h30, by 09h00 the bus had still not arrived! I had to organize alternative transportation

Luxolo M.

5 January 2026

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wi‑Fi1.3

Passengers have shared positive feedback about the comfort of their journeys and commendable driving skills. However, there are consistent mentions of buses arriving late, which seems to be a recurring issue for some users. Additionally, passengers noted that televisions were not functioning during trips.

Greyhound Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was late and they overbooked the bus ..me and my wife didn't have choice but to sit on the stairs from kimberley to klerksdorp because it's my mother's funeral tomorrow and very disappointed

Matshediso S.

27 March 2025

Firstly when the bus arrives i was bored already, it was late more than 50 minutes late.

Tshepo B.

27 November 2024

The bus was two hours late and they didn't notify me about the delay. I was late for my engagements in Pretoria.

Ofentse Jeremiah M.

6 July 2024

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria

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

How much is the bus ticket from Kimberley to Pretoria?
The cheapest coach tickets from Kimberley to Pretoria start from £16. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Kimberley to Pretoria?
The average bus journey time from Kimberley to Pretoria is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 295 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Kimberley to Pretoria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kimberley to Pretoria?
The earliest bus departs from Kimberley to Pretoria at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kimberley to Pretoria?
A bus journey from Kimberley to Pretoria produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Kimberley to Pretoria?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Kimberley to Pretoria?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Kimberley 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kimberley 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

14/02

£18

15/02

£27

Today

£18

17/02

£16

18/02

£18

19/02

£18

20/02

£18

21/02

£18

The cheapest trip from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £33 for a bus ticket from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2026-02-17.