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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: Cape TownDeparture location: Cape Town Main Train StationArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PretoriaDestination location: Bosman Station - Scheiding Street.
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 26 atDeparture city: Cape TownDeparture location: BellvilleArrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PretoriaDestination location: Scheiding St & Bosman St, Coach Terminus
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: Cape TownDeparture location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)Arrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PretoriaDestination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: Cape TownDeparture location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)Arrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PretoriaDestination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
- Departure time: April 26 atDeparture city: Cape TownDeparture location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)Arrival time: April 27 atDestination city: PretoriaDestination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Bus Cape Town to Pretoria: Trip Overview
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Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the bus service, mentioning delays and poor driving. However, there are positive reviews about the comfort of the buses and friendly drivers. Some passengers also appreciate being informed about delays. Issues such as lack of proper ventilation, congestion, non-functioning charging areas, and uncomfortable seats have been mentioned in negative reviews.
Intercape Mainliner Express Cape Town Pretoria recent customer reviews
The bus trip was amazing, everything was perfect besides the bus had cockroaches. I did not like the fact that there were cockroaches crawling everywhere on the bus. Intercape should insure the buses are clean before using them otherwise everything else was perfect, the driving was also good I do not have any complaints
It was raining inside the bus after we passed the tunnel I can't remember the place our back pack where so wet even us it's was not easy to sit down and we where delayed coz I was supposed to arrive in Pretoria 7:15 instead we arrived to 9 if I'm not mistaken.
The driver was very rude to begin with it was a chubby guy ..the bus only made (3)Three stops from cape Town our legs was stuff like crazy and we arrived 2 hours before scandaled thime we..it was still dark when we arrived and had to wake people up to come and pick us up so I was and still highly unsatisfied
Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.
Intercity Xpress Cape Town Pretoria recent customer reviews
Good service and best customer care from the drivers. I recommend everyone to use this bus.
Bus in good quality. Drivers has respect 🙏 and their bus comfortable and it departures on time
I enjoyed nothing, first the bus was not intercity but Eagle something, secondly it was to reach destination at 14:40 but we only reached at something past 18h00 very inconvenient 😭
Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the overall experience on Eagle Liner buses. Issues include cockroaches, broken seats, non-functioning charging points and air conditioning, as well as a lack of restrooms on long trips. Some customers also experienced delays and breakdowns during their journeys. However, there are positive reviews mentioning friendly drivers and good service in terms of comfort and heating at night.
Eagle Liner Cape Town Pretoria recent customer reviews
Despite the bus leaving late, the service went well until the next morning at 10h50 when one of the drivers started to eat food with a fork while he was driving. The bus was in full motion. All of this took place 10 minutes before we arrived at Kroonstad. He risked our lives because he couldn't wait 10 minutes to our next destination. We left Kroonstad at about 11h30, & he continued to eat while driving. This is dangerous behaviour, & one reason why fatal accidents happen. All of this happened this morning, 5 April, at the stated times.
The staff was very effective but because there are no air conditioning or at least the fans working I would have been much more satisfied…
They don’t respect time they sent us emails stating that they will be 30 minutes late then boom they were 01H 30min late. And they brought us overheating bus… 18H 35 trip turned into 26H trip😭😭
Based on 805 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $28.00
Big Sky Express Cape Town Pretoria recent customer reviews
I regret ever booking such a bus with inconsiderate staff.We had a vicious tire burst on our way to Belville and tried calling the number provided without success.When we got there late by 20 minutes the bus was gone & noone listened to us just said buy other tickets.They have no hearts or care at all
Very bad experience
The drivers were excellent
Greyhound has received mixed reviews from customers. Some have expressed dissatisfaction with the service, citing issues such as delays, late arrivals, and unclean buses. However, there are also positive comments about the comfort of the buses and friendly staff. It's important to note that some negative experiences mentioned roaches on board and unpleasant odors in the toilets.
Greyhound Cape Town Pretoria recent customer reviews
I did not enjoy my trip since I booked greyhound premium and we travelled with citiliner plus of which we were informed about this when we were about to load in the bus I think it is not fair and taking advantage of travellers
After waiting 3 hours in vain at the dropoff terminal at Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal for my passenger from Bellville Cape and phoning Greyhound repeatedly with the relevant ticket no. "GHAKQJTO1" nobody could tel me wether he borded the bus at the starting terminal or not ! Neither could the attendant at the Greyhound Dropoff office !!!
I enjoyed the comfort of the bus but was disappointed by the service of not stopping for the passengers to have access to use the refreshments n loo
Cape Town to Pretoria Buses
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Daily Departures | 31 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 10:15AM - 7:45PM |
Minimum Price | $24 |
Average Ticket Price | $36 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 17h35m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 19h55m |
Distance | 811 miles (1307 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Pretoria?
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Bellville1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Bus Station - Civic CentreOld Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station
Bus Station - Old Marine DriveSasol Oak Service Station,, 179 Durban Rd, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Bellville - Sasol Oaks Service Station8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Bellville8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Civic CentreOffice 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Pretoria StationMotor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street
Pretoria StationFrequently asked questions for your trip Cape Town - Pretoria
The bus is the best choice to get to Pretoria without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.
The travel time from Cape Town to Pretoria is about 19h 55m, but you can get there in as little as 17h 35m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 814 miles (1313 km) that separate the two cities.
About 814 miles (1313 km) separate Cape Town and Pretoria.
You can choose from 31 travel times and travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Cape Town to Pretoria may vary. Simplify your trip from Cape Town to Pretoria by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.
The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 10:15 AM and ending at 7:45 PM.
The majority of buses traveling from Cape Town to Pretoria start their journey at Bellville and wind up at Pretoria Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $21.
The average price of a one-way ticket from Cape Town to Pretoria is $36. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $21 and $110, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Cape Town to Pretoria. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cape Town to Pretoria, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $50 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2024-05-01.
Usually MAINLINER 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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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Cape Town to Pretoria but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cape Town to Pretoria, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cape Town to Pretoria that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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Popular Buses Connecting Cape Town
Buses Leaving from Cape Town
- Bus from Cape Town to George
- Bus Cape Town - Somerset West
- Cape Town - East London
- Bus from Cape Town to Pretoria
- Bus Cape Town - Bloemfontein
- Cape Town - Harare
- Bus from Cape Town to Butterworth
- Bus Cape Town - Idutywa
- Cape Town - Kimberley
- Bus from Cape Town to Cofimvaba
- Bus Cape Town - Mossel Bay
- Cape Town - Engcobo
- Bus from Cape Town to Mount Frere
- Bus Cape Town - Ngcobo
- Cape Town - Pietermaritzburg
Buses Going to Cape Town
- Bus from Knysna to Cape Town
- Bus Ashton - Cape Town
- East London - Cape Town
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Cape Town
- Bus Springbok - Cape Town
- Queenstown - Cape Town
- Bus from King William’s Town to Cape Town
- Bus Butterworth - Cape Town
- Kimberley - Cape Town
- Bus from Welkom to Cape Town
- Bus Idutywa - Cape Town
- George - Cape Town
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town
- Bus Mossel Bay - Cape Town
- Klerksdorp - Cape Town
Popular Buses Connecting Pretoria
Buses Leaving from Pretoria
- Bus from Pretoria to Rustenburg
- Bus Pretoria - Bloemfontein
- Pretoria - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Pretoria to Polokwane
- Bus Pretoria - Kimberley
- Pretoria - Springs
- Bus from Pretoria to Mthatha
- Bus Pretoria - Nelspruit
- Pretoria - East London
- Bus from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Pretoria - Kuruman
- Pretoria - Johannesburg
- Bus from Pretoria to Newcastle
- Bus Pretoria - Potchefstroom
- Pretoria - Queenstown
Buses Going to Pretoria
- Bus from Centurion to Pretoria
- Bus Cape Town - Pretoria
- Polokwane - Pretoria
- Bus from Kimberley to Pretoria
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Pretoria
- Potchefstroom - Pretoria
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Pretoria
- Bus Mthatha - Pretoria
- East London - Pretoria
- Bus from Kuruman to Pretoria
- Bus Nelspruit - Pretoria
- Kathu - Pretoria
- Bus from Queenstown to Pretoria
- Bus Welkom - Pretoria
- Johannesburg - Pretoria
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Bus Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg
- Bus Pretoria - Cape Town
- Mthatha - Johannesburg
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
- Bus Durban - Cape Town
- Cape Town - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - Durban
- Bloemfontein - Durban
- Bus from East London to Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - King William’s Town
- Bloemfontein - Pretoria