How do I get from Pretoria to Matola without flying?

The best way to travel from Pretoria to Matola 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 is the bus ride from Pretoria to Matola?

The average travel time from Pretoria to Matola is about 10h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 10h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 264 miles (425 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Pretoria from Matola?

Pretoria and Matola are 264 miles (425 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Pretoria to Matola leave from Pretoria Station and arrive at Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane). These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to get from Pretoria to Matola?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $36, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

How much does a bus ticket from Pretoria to Matola cost?

The bus ticket costs $43 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $36 to $75, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can I take an overnight bus from Pretoria to Matola?

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Pretoria to Matola. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Pretoria to Matola Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 7

from $31

ThuMay 8

FriMay 9

from $31

SatMay 10

from $31

SunMay 11

MonMay 12

TueMay 13

WedMay 14

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 7 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 7 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 8 at 5:30am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h
Departure time: May 7 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 7 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 7 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 7 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 8 at 5:30am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h

Accepted payments

Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 9 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 9 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 9 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 10 at 5:30am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h
Departure time: May 9 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 9 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 9 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 9 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 9 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 10 at 5:30am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h

Accepted payments

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 10 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 10 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 10 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 11 at 5:30am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h
Departure time: May 10 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 10 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 10 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 10 at 4:05pm
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 10 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 11 at 5:30am
Destination city: Matola
Destination location: Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h

Accepted payments

Bus Pretoria to Matola: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$43

Average bus trip duration10h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure5:30am

Distance266 miles (428 km)

Latest bus departure7:30pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,603 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.

Intercape Pretoria Matola recent customer reviews

Just a little more explaining on what's about to happen at border as first time passengers didn't know what's happening

Ronald W.

March 7, 2019

Driving speed

Patrick S.

August 13, 2024

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

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Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Matola?

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Stops in Matola

A - Matola - Intercape Office, Bairro Da Matola, Preceta Herculano 47 (Bairro Hanhane)

B - Praca Judite Tembe, Bairro Hanhane, Matola

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Matola

How do I get from Pretoria to Matola without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Matola?
How far is Pretoria from Matola?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pretoria to Matola?
What is the cheapest way to get from Pretoria to Matola?
How much does a bus ticket from Pretoria to Matola cost?
Can I take an overnight bus from Pretoria to Matola?

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

Best price found

05/04

$50

05/05

$34

Today

$32

05/07

$31

05/08

$31

05/09

$31

05/10

$31

05/11

$49

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Matola was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $72 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Matola based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-05-08.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Pretoria to Matola.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 Matola.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pretoria to Matola.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pretoria to Matola while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus Pretoria to Matola: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Matola?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Matola

How do I get from Pretoria to Matola without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Matola?

How far is Pretoria from Matola?

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

What is the cheapest way to get from Pretoria to Matola?

How much does a bus ticket from Pretoria to Matola cost?

Can I take an overnight bus from Pretoria to Matola?

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