Is there a way to reach Pretoria from Johannesburg without a car?

The best way to travel from Johannesburg to Pretoria is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go 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 Johannesburg to Pretoria?

On average, the trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria takes around 1h 5m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 34 miles (54 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Johannesburg and Pretoria?

The distance between the two cities is 34 miles (54 km).

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

If you're headed to Pretoria from Johannesburg, chances are that your bus will depart from O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg and arrive at Pretoria Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off 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 Johannesburg to Pretoria?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. With prices starting at $8, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The average bus ticket price from Johannesburg to Pretoria is $23. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $8 and $64, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can you do a day trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Johannesburg and Pretoria is about 40m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Pretoria before making your way back to Johannesburg.

Johannesburg to Pretoria Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

TodayApr 26

from $6

TomorrowApr 27

from $6

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from $6

TueApr 29

from $6

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from $6

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from $6

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Cheap buses leaving today

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 11:45am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:35pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 5:15am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:50am
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 35m
Departure time: April 26 at 5:30am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:40am
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: PRETORIA
Operated by: BIGTREE
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 10m
Departure time: April 26 at 4:25pm
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Bezuidenhout Valley- 1 Fourth Street, Albertina Sisulu Road
Arrival time: April 26 at 5:55pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 5:35am
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:30am
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Operated by: Delta Coaches
Vehicle: BusDuration: 55m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Pretoria.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $64	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$21 - $21	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65bus per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Johannesburg to Pretoria: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration1h 5m

Number of daily buses65

Earliest bus departure3:35am

Distance33 miles (52 km)

Latest bus departure9:00pm

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Eagle Liner

2.5/58,619 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

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 Johannesburg Pretoria recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy because the wasn't a bus for my trip I had to ask the people there to remember me if the is any bus passing Pretoria. So I left late and it was dirty and so uncomfortable

Kefilwe L.

February 14, 2025

Waited 4 hours for the departure

Nhlanhla T.

November 1, 2024

Bus arrived 2hours late

Khutso S.

March 23, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,620 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress

3/58,805 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.

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,212 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

APM WC

2/51,721 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Imperial Lane

3.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

BIGTREE

2.5/598 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.7

MZANSIEXPRESS

3/511 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.2

WEZWECOACHES

1.5/5483 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.7

Cleanliness1.8

Wifi0.5

MB Transport

3/530 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0

potchmygou

5/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Intercape

3.5/539,383 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.

TRANSITLINER

1.5/536 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness1.7

BESTEXPRESSLOGISTICS

3/536 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.5

Big Sky

3.5/52,092 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

tamuka

4/5148 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.2

Ramalo

3/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Sable Class Transport

1.5/530 reviews

Staff1.6

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0

TOMBSMOTORS

3/521 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3

Wifi1.7

KM LUXURY COACHES

1/519 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness1

Cleanliness1.3

Wifi0

LUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORT

4/547 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.8

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

Johannesburg to Pretoria Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Pretoria?

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

C - Bethrams

D - Eaglecity Kerk Street

E - Kerk Street

F - Southgate Shopping Centre

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Johannesburg - Pretoria

Is there a way to reach Pretoria from Johannesburg without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Pretoria?
What is the distance between Johannesburg and Pretoria?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria?
What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria?
Can you do a day trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

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

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04/24

$6

04/25

$6

Today

$6

04/27

$6

04/28

$6

04/29

$6

04/30

$6

05/01

$6

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria was searched and found on Apr 25, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $60 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-04-29.

Usually MBTRANSPORT 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

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Johannesburg to Pretoria will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Pretoria?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Johannesburg - Pretoria

Is there a way to reach Pretoria from Johannesburg without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

What is the distance between Johannesburg and Pretoria?

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

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

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

Can you do a day trip from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

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