Many users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting friendly staff and clean buses. The overall travel experience was enjoyable for most passengers, with some even arriving ahead of schedule. However, a few reviews noted issues such as non-functional toilets and delays due to breakdowns or other factors during their journey.
The ride was ok but the bus kept stopping along the way. We ended up concluding that the bus was over heating because the drivers had to refill water.
3 out of 5 stars
Segofala M.
The bus delayed in 2hours.i booked half past 7 in the morning it came half past 9.i arrived in pretoria late and struggled to get a taxi .it caused me to pay 300 for risk taxi to take me to mamelodi because they don't allow Uber/bolt next to Bosman station. My trip was bad
1 out of 5 stars
Nthabiseng B.
Its was delayed by 2 hours and the drivers could not reprimand the passengers as they were noicy
Users generally appreciate the timely and efficient service, noting that buses often arrive on time or even earlier. The staff is frequently described as friendly and diligent in their duties. However, some users have mentioned concerns about older buses affecting phone call quality due to engine noise, as well as issues with cleanliness in certain areas of the bus during trips.
Big Sky Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews
The trip and bus service was Devine except for the toilet that had a foul stinky smell and kept opening by itself couldn't breathe no one even snacked
3 out of 5 stars
Jamain G.
The bus was really good, and i love the fact that big sky always arrives on time
4 out of 5 stars
Kamogelo R.
The drivers were rude,I paid 380 for my 4 year old but they wanted me to carry my son o my legs, when we were in Jorburg they send a police officer to me to ask for papers,luckily my papers were fine,I was very disappointed 😞, I swear never to use bigsky again,
Passengers have praised the comfortable seats and friendly staff, contributing to an overall pleasant travel experience. However, several reviews mention that buses often arrived an hour late and had issues with blocked or odorous toilets. Despite these concerns, many appreciated the smooth rides provided by accommodating drivers.
Based on 2734 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Passengers have shared positive feedback about the comfort of their journeys and commendable driving skills. However, there are consistent mentions of buses arriving late, which seems to be a recurring issue for some users. Additionally, passengers noted that televisions were not functioning during trips.
The bus was late and they overbooked the bus ..me and my wife didn't have choice but to sit on the stairs from kimberley to klerksdorp because it's my mother's funeral tomorrow and very disappointed
1 out of 5 stars
Matshediso S.
Firstly when the bus arrives i was bored already, it was late more than 50 minutes late.
3 out of 5 stars
Tshepo B.
The bus was two hours late and they didn't notify me about the delay. I was late for my engagements in Pretoria.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria by bus
What is the distance between Kimberley and Pretoria?
About 297 miles (478 km) separate Kimberley and Pretoria.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kimberley to Pretoria?
If you're headed to Pretoria from Kimberley, chances are that your bus will leave from Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre) and arrive at Pretoria Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
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The cheapest trip from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $20
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $107 for a bus ticket from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-26.
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The cheapest trip from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $20
