How much is the bus ticket from Mount Frere to Pretoria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mount Frere to Pretoria start at R 408. The average price for this route is around R 586. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Mount Frere to Pretoria?

The average bus journey time from Mount Frere to Pretoria is 12h 40m, covering a distance of 579 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Mount Frere to Pretoria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Greyhound South Africa , Citiliner , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Big Tree , Transitliner , Delta Coaches .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mount Frere to Pretoria at 17:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.

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

A bus trip from Mount Frere to Pretoria produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Mount Frere to Pretoria?

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 2119 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mount Frere to Pretoria?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere to Pretoria from R 374 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures from Mount Frere to Pretoria on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	MOUNT FRERE - TOTAL SERVICE STATION, N2 HIGHWAY	13h	06:15	Pretoria - Luxury Coach Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	19:55	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	11h 15m	07:10	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	19:40	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	12h 20m	08:00	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Total Garage, Steady Service Station (N2)	11h 15m	07:10	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	18:05	MOUNT FRERE - TOTAL SERVICE STATION, N2 HIGHWAY	13h 5m	07:10	Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:50 PM SAST.

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Get from Mount Frere to Pretoria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 408, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

12h 40mAverage duration

579 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mount Frere and Pretoria?

Stops in Mount Frere

A
1 Main Street - Mount Frere
1 Main St, Mount Frere, 5090, South Africa

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

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to user feedback, the drivers provided a safe and pleasant experience. The bus was generally on time, with convenient stops for passengers. However, some reviews noted delays due to weather conditions without timely updates or apologies from the company. Additionally, there were mentions of noise disturbances during travel and lack of charging ports onboard.

Intercape Mainliner Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

They were late with 3hours but what is important we arrived safe and they they were nice operators or drivers.

Kanyisa M.

25 December 2025

Firstly I was expecting Intercape Mainliner the was no Mainliner instead Big sky was available..2nd someone pooped on the toilet and we reported to the drivers about the matter, the was No response to the drivers.. and also the bus was way to cold...

Bongekile N.

24 August 2025

Driver were very kind and the speed limit was great but the bus I did not enjoy it at all..it was not comfortable, there's was no heater

Athi A.

27 July 2025

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

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 about the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 419

APMWC Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

Service was very poor bus ticket was written that bus will leave at 17h15 therefore bus only leave at19h45 there was no communication nothing

Khaya S.

2 April 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Customers have expressed positive feedback about Citiliner, highlighting the comfort and cleanliness of their buses. The presence of charging ports has also been appreciated by travelers. However, some users mentioned an inconvenience related to a two-hour delay during one journey and concerns over transferring to another bus that was not as clean.

Citiliner Plus Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

Was the worse experience ever, I was never informed that the citiliner is the same as Greyhound, so I almost missed the bus while I was at the pick up point on time

Nozingisile M.

6 October 2025

The bus was very clean and the air conditioning was great but there was a 2 hour delay which was inconvenient

Melezwa G.

11 February 2025

Citiliner is very comfortable and also warm as the weather was so cold last weekend

Nomfunrko L.

17 September 2024

Citiliner

3.5/52 119 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.6

Based on 2119 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at R 461

Citiliner Plus Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

Time management

Khaya S.

19 January 2026

They must adherence to the time.

Toriola J.

28 October 2020

Eagle Liner

2.5/511 169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers who ensured a pleasant journey. However, some reviews noted the absence of charging outlets and onboard toilets as areas for improvement to enhance overall comfort during travel.

Eagle Liner Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus arrived 3 hours after the time we were supposed to arrive. The air conditioner doesn’t work properly, it’s too hot. The drivers do not even communicate properly with the passengers some people got off wrong stations because of that. The service was just poor

Kholiwe M.

6 January 2026

I had a very pleasant journey with the Bus after I was disappointed by Delta coaches. This bus came through for me. The drivers were good people as well.

Nosiphiwo G.

31 January 2025

The trip was good its just we didn't arrive on time because of stop and go. The bad thing is that the bus didn't have charging potts

Sivuyile M.

28 September 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Users have reported positive experiences with the cleanliness of the buses and timely arrivals. Many enjoyed their journeys, noting that expectations were met and service was satisfactory from departure to destination. However, some users mentioned issues with management operations affecting timekeeping and experienced delays due to bus transfers.

Intercity Xpress Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

Very bad , the didn’t keep time they were supposed to arrive in mount frere at 17:15 but arrived 25 minutes later and we suppose to arrive by 5:55 to 6 am but we arrived at 8am , I missed my test because of the bad service

Lisakhanya M.

23 July 2025

Drivers are good but the operations or management very poor. Time keeping very poor

Zanele N.

20 May 2025

I did not have a pleasant experience on my trip. The bus was unclean, and the use of cockroach poison spray made me feel sick throughout the entire journey.

Zizipho P.

11 January 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Big Tree

2.5/5121 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.5

Transitliner

1.5/536 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness1.7

Delta Coaches

1.5/54 122 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.9

WiFi0.3

Based on 4122 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at R 406

Delta Coaches Mount Frere Pretoria recent customer reviews

We used other bus without being notified😔

Lusanda H.

7 October 2024

Poor communication, left stranded the bus was canceled

Siphakamise N.

2 July 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mount Frere to Pretoria by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Mount Frere to Pretoria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mount Frere to Pretoria start at R 408. The average price for this route is around R 586. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mount Frere to Pretoria?
The average bus journey time from Mount Frere to Pretoria is 12h 40m, covering a distance of 579 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mount Frere to Pretoria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Big Tree, Transitliner, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mount Frere to Pretoria?
The earliest bus departs from Mount Frere to Pretoria at 17:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mount Frere to Pretoria?
A bus trip from Mount Frere to Pretoria produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Mount Frere to Pretoria?
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 2119 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mount Frere to Pretoria?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mount Frere 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 Mount Frere 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

09/02

R 419

10/02

R 395

Today

R 427

12/02

R 421

13/02

R 389

14/02

R 379

15/02

R 389

16/02

R 388

The cheapest trip from Mount Frere to Pretoria was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of R 379

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

You can expect to pay from R 379 to R 758 for a bus ticket from Mount Frere to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 379, which is on 2026-02-14.

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.