How can I travel from Pretoria to Johannesburg South without a car?

The best way to travel from Pretoria to Johannesburg South is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Johannesburg South from Pretoria by bus?

Traveling from Pretoria to Johannesburg South takes about 2h 10m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 miles (63 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

Pretoria and Johannesburg South are 40 miles (63 km) apart.

What is the most affordable way to get from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South by choosing to travel by bus. $17 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Johannesburg South from Pretoria.

How much are the bus tickets from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

The bus ticket costs $21 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $17 to $48, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 1h 30m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Johannesburg South before making your way back to Pretoria.

Pretoria to Johannesburg South Bus Tickets

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 20 at 6:00am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Arrival time: May 20 at 8:10am
Destination city: Johannesburg South
Destination location: JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 10m

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Bus Pretoria to Johannesburg South: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21

Average bus trip duration2h 10m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance38 miles (60 km)

Latest bus departure6:00pm

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Intercity Xpress

3/59,024 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

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.

Jacobs Coaches

2/574 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.1

Wifi0.8

Sable Class Transport

1.5/530 reviews

Staff1.6

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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Is it possible to take a day trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

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05/15

$16

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$16

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$16

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$19

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$19

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$19

05/21

$18

05/22

$20

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $20 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-05-21.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Pretoria to Johannesburg South.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South.

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 Pretoria to Johannesburg South that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Pretoria to Johannesburg South, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Johannesburg South

How can I travel from Pretoria to Johannesburg South without a car?

How long does it take to get to Johannesburg South from Pretoria by bus?

What is the travel distance from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

What is the most affordable way to get from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

How much are the bus tickets from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Pretoria to Johannesburg South?

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