How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Smithfield?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Smithfield start from $22. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Pretoria to Smithfield?

The average bus trip duration from Pretoria to Smithfield is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 324 miles (522 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Smithfield route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , MN QWABE TRANSPORT , Greyhound South Africa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Smithfield at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Pretoria to Smithfield generates an estimated 13 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 Pretoria to Smithfield?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Smithfield?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Pretoria to Smithfield?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Smithfield?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pretoria to Smithfield from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pretoria to Smithfield on February 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	8h 45m	1:45am	Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	8h 5m	12:50am	Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	10h 45m	9:30pm	Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	9h 5m	11:45pm	Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	8h 20m	12:20am	Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:43 PM SAST.

Get from Pretoria to Smithfield

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

9h 5mAverage Duration

324 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Smithfield?

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

Stops in Smithfield

A
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein), Smithfield, 9966, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner Pretoria Smithfield recent customer reviews

Passenger was not dropped at Smithfield but Rouxville

Fositala K.

April 22, 2025

Intercape

3.5/545,776 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about the bus not stopping at the correct destination. Instead of stopping in Smithfield as booked, it only stopped in Rouxville. Additionally, customers suggest that reminders should be given to passengers when they reach their intended stop.

Intercape Pretoria Smithfield recent customer reviews

They didn't stop when they got to Smithfield and only stopped in Rouxville whereas I booked a ticket to Smithfield

Khantse P.

May 10, 2022

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

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.

Intercity Xpress Pretoria Smithfield recent customer reviews

It was very good, the bus was smart and comfortabl and time keeping was 100 percent.

Mcwell G.

January 25, 2025

MN QWABE TRANSPORT

4/544 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.6

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pretoria to Smithfield, ZA 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 Pretoria to Smithfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Smithfield start from $22. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Pretoria to Smithfield?
The average bus trip duration from Pretoria to Smithfield is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 324 miles (522 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Smithfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Smithfield?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Smithfield at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Smithfield?
A bus trip from Pretoria to Smithfield generates an estimated 13 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 Pretoria to Smithfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Smithfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Pretoria to Smithfield?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Smithfield?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

02/16

$20

02/17

$21

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02/19

$21

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$21

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The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Smithfield, ZA was searched and found on Feb 16, 2026 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 Pretoria to Smithfield, ZA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $44 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Smithfield, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2026-02-19.

Usually MN QWABE TRANSPORT 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.