How much is the bus ticket from Mbombela to Pretoria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Pretoria start from $19. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Mbombela to Pretoria?

The average bus trip duration from Mbombela to Pretoria is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 175 miles (283 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Pretoria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Citiliner , Big Sky , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Pretoria at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Mbombela to Pretoria generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Mbombela 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 Mbombela 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 has the most timely service from Mbombela to Pretoria?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Mbombela to Pretoria?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Mbombela to Pretoria from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mbombela to Pretoria on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	7h 40m	7:35am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Mbombela to Pretoria on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 10m	4:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Pretoria on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	7h 40m	7:35am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 10m	4:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Pretoria on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	7h 40m	7:35am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 10m	4:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Pretoria on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	7h 40m	7:35am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 10m	4:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Pretoria on February 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:55pm	Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street	5h 50m	5:45am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	4h 30m	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	11:20am	NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street	5h 10m	4:30pm	Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	6h 25m	6:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:16 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Mbombela to Pretoria

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

175 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $72	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$26 - $26	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Mbombela and Pretoria?

Stops in Mbombela

A
Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Intercape Office,, Opposite Promanade Hotel, 15 Samora Machel Drive, Nelspruit Central, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa
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B
Nelspruit Evening
Total Super Motors, 4 Samora Machel Dr, Nelspruit, 1201, 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

Users have shared positive experiences regarding their journeys, highlighting the comfort of the seats, timely arrivals, and friendly drivers. The buses are noted for being clean and equipped with charging ports, making travel convenient and enjoyable. However, some users mentioned issues with the cleanliness and water availability in the bus toilets.

Intercape Mainliner Express Mbombela Pretoria recent customer reviews

I didn’t like the fact that I was going to Pretoria but we started in Joburg. We got to Pretoria very late

Lesedi S.

December 2, 2025

I enjoyed the trip; bus has comfortable seats, travelled throughout the whole night, and I arrived at my destination on time and safely. 😊

Doctor Sunduza P.

October 20, 2025

The bus was on time, and we arrived an hour earlier than the ETA... Clean bus, friendly drivers.

Thando M.

January 19, 2025

Citiliner

3.5/52,119 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

According to users, the service provided is commendable with clean buses and a neat environment. The drivers are noted for being friendly and very helpful, contributing positively to the overall travel experience.

Citiliner Plus Mbombela Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was clean and the seat was conformable. It was cruising and did not make noise when changing gears

Thembalami N.

September 27, 2020

Clean and good service, driver neat

Lubabalo T.

January 1, 2026

The driver was friendly and very helpful

Lungile M.

January 1, 2026

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting its punctuality and comfort. Many appreciated the timely arrivals and departures as well as a comfortable journey overall. However, there were some concerns about a late start in one instance and limitations on toilet usage during trips.

Big Sky Mbombela Pretoria recent customer reviews

Well organised, pity about the late start. Toilet only allowing urine was a major issue.

John H.

November 14, 2025

The drivers are very friendly,the bus doesn’t smell nice they need to do something about it

Stella P.

October 15, 2025

Hi please improve your Service ,I suppose to get bus at 9:00 from Mbombela to Pretoria it was very late 12:00 arrived at Johannesburg at 17: 25 ,the driver was told not to take us to Pretoria, we stuked

Sibongile Maria M.

September 17, 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its cleanliness, professional and friendly drivers, as well as comfortable seating. Many appreciate the punctuality and overall pleasant journey experience. However, some have noted issues with non-functioning charging points and occasional unpleasant odors from the toilet facilities. Despite these minor concerns, travelers generally express satisfaction with their trips.

Citiliner Plus Mbombela Pretoria recent customer reviews

Did not enjoy...the toilet was smelling very very bad...suffocating, please do betta

Sharleen M.

September 12, 2025

I enjoyed the interior of the bus and how comfortable & clean it was but the toilet was letting out an unpleasant smell from time to time

Angel L.

April 4, 2025

Seat comfortable but not reclining. Aircon was good. The driver was delightful - helpful, happy and cautious driver 😊

Lerato R.

February 11, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mbombela to Pretoria by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Mbombela to Pretoria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Pretoria start from $19. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Mbombela to Pretoria?
The average bus trip duration from Mbombela to Pretoria is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 175 miles (283 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Pretoria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mbombela to Pretoria?
The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Pretoria at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mbombela to Pretoria?
A bus trip from Mbombela to Pretoria generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mbombela 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 Mbombela 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 has the most timely service from Mbombela to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Mbombela to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveler 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

01/30

$29

01/31

$42

Today

$50

02/02

$26

02/03

$30

02/04

$28

02/05

$32

02/06

$25

The cheapest trip from Mbombela to Pretoria was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $65 for a bus ticket from Mbombela to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-02-06.

Usually Big Sky 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.