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

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Pretoria without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

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

On average, the trip from Nelspruit to Pretoria takes around 5h 10m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 4h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 miles (277 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Nelspruit and Pretoria?

The distance separating Nelspruit and Pretoria is 172 miles (277 km).

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

If you're headed to Pretoria from Nelspruit, chances are that your bus will leave from Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive and arrive at Pretoria Station. These are the main 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 most cost-effective way to go from Nelspruit to Pretoria?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $13.

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

You can expect to pay around $29 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $13 and $59, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Nelspruit to Pretoria Bus Tickets

TodayApr 26

from $18

TomorrowApr 27

from $21

MonApr 28

from $21

TueApr 29

from $20

WedApr 30

from $20

ThuMay 1

from $19

FriMay 2

from $20

SatMay 3

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 27 at 9:00am
Departure city: Nelspruit
Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 9:00am
Departure city: Nelspruit
Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
Departure time: April 27 at 9:00am
Departure city: Nelspruit
Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:25pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
Departure time: April 27 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Nelspruit
Departure location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Arrival time: April 27 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: 5h 55m
Departure time: April 27 at 11:20am
Departure city: Nelspruit
Departure location: NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:30pm
Destination city: Pretoria
Destination location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Nelspruit to Pretoria.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $59	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$26 - $28	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Nelspruit to Pretoria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nelspruit to Pretoria: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29

Average bus trip duration5h 10m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure9:00am

Distance175 miles (282 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,383 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers generally had a positive experience with the bus service, appreciating its punctuality and friendly drivers. Many highlighted the comfort of the journey, including features like charging ports. However, some users noted issues with cleanliness in the bathrooms and lack of water availability there. Overall, travelers found it to be an efficient and affordable option for their trips.

Intercape Mainliner Nelspruit Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was on time, and we arrived an hour earlier than the ETA... Clean bus, friendly drivers.

Thando M.

January 19, 2025

It was fine. But there's no water in the bus toilet. Either than that, it's comfortable Fast Affordable I also love the charging ports

Joy D.

April 4, 2024

I enjoyed my journey and there was a coomunication with the delays and updates of the whereabouts of the bus.

Mcubukana British M.

July 28, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,620 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its cleanliness, professional and friendly drivers, as well as comfortable seating. Many appreciate the punctuality and overall pleasant journey experience. However, some have noted issues with non-functioning charging points and occasional unpleasant odors from the toilet facilities. Despite these minor concerns, travelers generally express satisfaction with their trips.

Citiliner Plus Nelspruit Pretoria recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the interior of the bus and how comfortable & clean it was but the toilet was letting out an unpleasant smell from time to time

Angel L.

April 4, 2025

Seat comfortable but not reclining. Aircon was good. The driver was delightful - helpful, happy and cautious driver 😊

Lerato R.

February 11, 2025

What a beautiful journey using greyhound.Driver was the best.not forgetting the comfort.10/10.keep it up

Mulalo L.

October 30, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,092 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 2092 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $24.00

Big Sky Nelspruit Pretoria recent customer reviews

I enjoyed everything about the service, I loved how the bus came and arrived in time.

Chrishna M.

January 29, 2025

ZA 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 Nelspruit and Pretoria?

Stops in Nelspruit

A - Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive

B - Nelspruit Evening

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nelspruit - Pretoria

Is there a way to reach Pretoria from Nelspruit without a car?
How long does it take to get to Pretoria from Nelspruit by bus?
What is the distance between Nelspruit and Pretoria?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nelspruit to Pretoria?
What is the most cost-effective way to go from Nelspruit to Pretoria?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Nelspruit to Pretoria?

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

Best price found

04/24

$16

04/25

$25

Today

$18

04/27

$21

04/28

$21

04/29

$20

04/30

$20

05/01

$19

The cheapest trip from Nelspruit to Pretoria was searched and found on Apr 24, 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 Nelspruit to Pretoria, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $40 for a bus ticket from Nelspruit to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-05-01.

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

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Nelspruit to Pretoria, 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 Nelspruit to Pretoria.

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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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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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Bus Nelspruit to Pretoria: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Nelspruit and Pretoria?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Nelspruit - Pretoria

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

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

What is the distance between Nelspruit and Pretoria?

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

What is the most cost-effective way to go from Nelspruit to Pretoria?

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

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