What is the distance between Empangeni and Pretoria?

Empangeni and Pretoria are 306 miles (494 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Empangeni to Pretoria?

If you're headed to Pretoria from Empangeni, chances are that your bus will depart from Art and Cultural History Museum and arrive at Pretoria Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Empangeni to Pretoria from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Empangeni to Pretoria on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Empangeni to Pretoria on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	4:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	13h 40m	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pretoria on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pretoria on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	4:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	13h 40m	6:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pretoria on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	Shell Service Station, Assagai Motors, 104 Main Road	11h 55m	7:30am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Empangeni to Pretoria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 55mAverage Duration

307 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $63	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$28 - $59	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,897 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers appreciated the timely arrival and overall safety of their journey. The affordability was also a positive aspect noted by users. However, some concerns were raised about cleanliness issues in the bus toilet and minor mechanical problems during travel.

Intercape Mainliner Empangeni Pretoria recent customer reviews

We arrived 4 hours late and I missed my bus to Limpopo I had to spend more money 😭😭😭

Mpilo K.

November 10, 2025

The bus arrived late for pick up, and for arrival as well besides that the other passenger passed away inside the bus, the bus was not in good condition. The drivers were good and patient though.

Zandile M.

July 1, 2024

Bus was faulty we stayed for more than 5 hours to get another bus on this cold weather.

Ntombifuthi Z.

June 12, 2024

Citiliner

3.5/51,910 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.2

Based on 1910 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $24

Greyhound Dreamliner Empangeni Pretoria recent customer reviews

All went well till we had to do a driver change in Johanbesburg

André W.

December 29, 2020

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

Where are the popular stops in Empangeni and Pretoria?

Stops in Empangeni

A
Art and Cultural History Museum
Museum and Tourist Office, 42 Turnbull Street
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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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Empangeni to Pretoria by bus

What is the distance between Empangeni and Pretoria?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Empangeni to Pretoria?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/18

$24

11/19

$27

Today

$39

11/21

$25

11/22

$26

11/23

$23

11/24

$22

11/25

$22

The cheapest trip from Empangeni to Pretoria was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $39 for a bus ticket from Empangeni to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-24.