Find coaches from Margate, ZA to Pretoria

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Next departures from Margate to Pretoria on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity Xpress
Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.
Bosman Coach Station Terminus Cheapest
Intercity Xpress
Shelly Beach, Marine Dr.
Bosman Coach Station Terminus Fastest
Intercape Mainliner
Margate - Hibiscus Mall
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Margate - Hibiscus Mall
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Margate - Hibiscus Mall
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags

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busbud logoWe recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
11h 45mAverage duration
603 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$20 - US$95Average duration11h 45m
15kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average priceUS$30 - US$90Average duration13h 15m
19kg CO₂e

Bus Margate, ZA to Pretoria: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$32
Average bus trip duration11h 45m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance602 km
Latest bus departure19:45

Margate to Pretoria Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Margate, ZA - Pretoria

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Margate to Pretoria cost?

    The bus ticket price from Margate to Pretoria starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Margate to Pretoria is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Margate to Pretoria?

    The average travel time between Margate and Pretoria is around 11h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 603 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Margate and Pretoria?

    The number of buses from Margate to Pretoria can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Margate to Pretoria by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Margate to Pretoria?

    When taking the bus from Margate to Pretoria, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$21
29/10
US$21
Today
US$23
31/10
US$23
01/11
US$22
02/11
US$23
03/11
US$23
04/11
US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Margate, ZA to Pretoria was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$36 for a bus ticket from Margate, ZA to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-11-01.

Usually Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Margate to Pretoria.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Margate to Pretoria, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Margate to Pretoria will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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