Bus from Pretoria to Richards Bay: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Pretoria to Richards Bay on 18 August
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Cheapest
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Fastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Next departures from Pretoria to Richards Bay on 19 August
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Cheapest
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Fastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Next departures from Pretoria to Richards Bay on 20 August
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Cheapest
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Fastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Next departures from Pretoria to Richards Bay on 21 August
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Cheapest
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Fastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Next departures from Pretoria to Richards Bay on 22 August
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Cheapest
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Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Richards Bay - Mcdonalds, 6 Promonade, Richards Bay Central, Kzn
Fastest
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pretoria to Richards Bay
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 15145 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at £16
Intercity Xpress Pretoria Richards Bay recent customer reviews
I didn't enjoy the service was very bad,the ports of charging were not working so it wasn't fair for me as person who was traveling for 14 hours the toilets were unhygienic
1.0 out of 5 stars
Nkosingiphile M.
The trip with intercity Xpress was indeed the best trip ever👌I enjoyed their services and I felt safe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Puleng Naledi M.
I got delayed instead of arriving 17:40 I arrived 19:35
Passengers generally appreciate the friendly and professional demeanor of the drivers, as well as the overall safety and cleanliness of their trips. Many reviews highlight a comfortable experience with timely arrivals. However, some travelers noted issues such as broken charging ports, uncomfortable seats for taller passengers, and occasional delays in arrival times.
Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Richards Bay recent customer reviews
It was really comfortable but the heater was not hot on our side and it was a very cold night, it started switching on when we got to Durban.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Thobile S.
I gave it a 5star because of the way the drivers conducted themselves through out the journey, but for the bus its self i give it 3star. 1. I didn't enjoy the repetition of old movies(joh enough with the dinosaurs and whales), 2. Due to the distance traveled from pretoria to richardsbay please consider a sleepliner for comfortable travel.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Thabisile M.
The trip was ok. But the bus aircon was cold 🥶 the whole trip, I told the driver he said the aircon was not working. I'm already catching flue.
Based on 4391 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £30
Big Sky Pretoria Richards Bay recent customer reviews
Based on 2579 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at £19
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pretoria to Richards Bay
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 Pretoria to Richards Bay?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pretoria to Richards Bay start from £16. The average price for this route is around £20. 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 Pretoria to Richards Bay?
The average bus journey time from Pretoria to Richards Bay is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 315 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 25m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Richards Bay route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Richards Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Richards Bay at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Richards Bay?
A bus journey from Pretoria to Richards Bay produces an estimated 12.665524999999999 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 Pretoria to Richards Bay?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2578 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Richards Bay?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pretoria to Richards Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Richards Bay?
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
16/08
£20
17/08
£18
Today
£18
19/08
£19
20/08
£17
21/08
£17
22/08
£17
23/08
£17
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Richards Bay was searched and found on 21 Aug 2026 with a price of £17
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pretoria to Richards Bay as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £28 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2026-08-21.
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.
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Richards Bay was searched and found on 21 Aug 2026 with a price of £17
