How do I get from Pretoria to Upington without flying?

The best way to travel from Pretoria to Upington is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Upington?

Traveling from Pretoria to Upington takes around 12h 10m on average, although the fastest bus will take 12h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 468 miles (754 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Pretoria from Upington?

The distance between the two cities is 468 miles (754 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Pretoria to Upington leave from Pretoria Station and arrive at Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $22.

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

The average bus ticket price from Pretoria to Upington is $32. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $22 to $59, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Can I take an overnight bus from Pretoria to Upington?

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

Pretoria to Upington Bus Tickets

WedMay 7

TodayMay 8

from $25

TomorrowMay 9

from $25

SatMay 10

from $29

SunMay 11

from $25

MonMay 12

from $25

TueMay 13

from $25

WedMay 14

from $25

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 8 at 5:15pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Arrival time: May 9 at 5:25am
Destination city: Upington
Destination location: UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 8 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 9 at 5:30am
Destination city: Upington
Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h
Departure time: May 8 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 8 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Upington
Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 45m
Departure time: May 8 at 5:15pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Arrival time: May 9 at 5:35am
Destination city: Upington
Destination location: Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington.
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 20m
Departure time: May 8 at 5:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: May 8 at 7:15pm
Destination city: Upington
Destination location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 45m

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Bus Pretoria to Upington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$32

Average bus trip duration12h 10m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure5:30am

Distance465 miles (749 km)

Latest bus departure5:30pm

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Intercity Xpress

3/58,922 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.

Intercity Xpress Pretoria Upington recent customer reviews

The journey was very good the only problem is your toilet facilities on the bus.

Cornelius M.

January 11, 2024

It was excellent

Edem A.

December 31, 2023

Intercape

3.5/539,619 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its convenience, friendly drivers and staff, excellent customer service, and comfortable rides. Many appreciated being able to charge their phones on board. However, some mentioned issues such as buses arriving late by over an hour or feeling cold during the journey.

Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Upington recent customer reviews

Bus drivers are not friendly and think they can do as they please when stopping at the garages

Mcdonald M.

January 16, 2025

The intercape bus was literally a deep freezer because the air-conditioning were placed on extremely high. It was a horrific experience as we had to travel for 15 hours in these freezing bus with a bus attendant known as Themba who was yelling and shouting the commuters. Refusing to adjust the air conditioning. Commuters were all dressed up in winter clothes in the midst of December.

Constance B.

December 24, 2024

I did not enjoyed cause I was supposed to arrived at upington at 5h30 Am but I was late with 1hour and some minutes

Dingaan N.

November 21, 2024

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

Pretoria to Upington Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Upington?

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Stops in Upington

A - Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street

B - Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Upington

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

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Best price found

05/06

$25

05/07

$25

Today

$25

05/09

$25

05/10

$29

05/11

$25

05/12

$25

05/13

$25

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Upington was searched and found on May 11, 2025 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 Pretoria to Upington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $58 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-05-11.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Pretoria and Upington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pretoria to Upington, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Upington.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Upington

How do I get from Pretoria to Upington without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Upington?

How far is Pretoria from Upington?

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

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

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

Can I take an overnight bus from Pretoria to Upington?

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