Is there a way to reach Paarl from Pretoria without flying?

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

How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Paarl?

The average travel time from Pretoria to Paarl is about 19h 45m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 17h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 782 miles (1260 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Pretoria and Paarl?

The distance between the two cities is 782 miles (1260 km).

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

If you're headed to Paarl from Pretoria, chances are that your bus will depart from Pretoria Station and arrive at Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street. 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 Paarl?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $22 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Paarl from Pretoria.

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

The average bus ticket price from Pretoria to Paarl is $44. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $22 to $89, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Pretoria to Paarl?

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

Pretoria to Paarl Bus Tickets

TomorrowApr 26

from $22

SunApr 27

from $25

MonApr 28

from $24

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

from $24

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

SatMay 3

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 4:00pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Pretoria - Luxury Coach Terminal
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:10am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 6:00pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Bosman Coach Station Terminus
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:40am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h 40m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:00am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: April 27 at 6:00am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 20h
Departure time: April 26 at 11:30am
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: April 27 at 8:25am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Big Sky Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 20h 55m
Departure time: April 26 at 3:30pm
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:15am
Destination city: Paarl
Destination location: Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 45m

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Bus Pretoria to Paarl: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$44

Average bus trip duration19h 45m

Number of daily buses15

Earliest bus departure9:30am

Distance780 miles (1258 km)

Latest bus departure7:00pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,381 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Passengers have praised the service for its kind drivers and spacious seating with ample legroom, making journeys comfortable. However, some users noted that it was extremely cold inside the bus and suggested having toilets available on all buses to enhance convenience.

Intercape Sleepliner Pretoria Paarl recent customer reviews

The seats are comfortable and more leg room. It was extremely cold inside the bus and we arrived late.

Mathabathe S.

February 2, 2025

I enjoyed my journey , the drivers were very kind and asked everytime we leave a stop if everyone is in.

Dinah K.

February 17, 2024

Comfort inside the bus

Fezeka B.

September 17, 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,620 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Customers have shared positive experiences with the friendly and helpful staff, who ensured a pleasant journey by announcing break durations and checking on passengers. However, some reviews mention issues such as cold temperatures at night and delays due to unforeseen circumstances like accidents or waiting for late passengers. Overall, many travelers expressed satisfaction with their trips despite these challenges.

Greyhound Pretoria Paarl recent customer reviews

Was me and my family first trip and we really enjoyed it the driver with the glasses was so friendly and helpful what we liked is that he announced how long the breaks will be and checked if everyone is there. There was a delay with the bus but provide us with a shuttle we then ex change but was still more or less in our time frame we expect to arrived late in Paarl but we didn’t we will most definitely travel with Greyhound again…Our experience to Pretoria with intercape was terrible..but I've decided for my whole family lets try Greyhound when we leave Pretoria to Cape town and I didn’t regret one minute of it Keep up the good work!

Gailean F.

September 22, 2024

We were 4 hours late.because the bus had to fetch people who were late,and it hot to an accident and we had to wait.

Anele N.

August 28, 2023

The bus arrived at 3pm instead of 11am and the entire journey the bus was very hot

Amandla H.

July 23, 2023

APM WC

2/51,721 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Based on 1721 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $22.00

APMWC Pretoria Paarl recent customer reviews

Your workers made us pay R100 per bag...without any notification from APM office...they said the office notified them later..I think they are scams including the driver...

Lerato M.

February 2, 2025

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,618 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 Pretoria Paarl recent customer reviews

Drivers rudeness the ticket says 6h00 to 11h30 but was late about 5hours thats a red flag for me i would not recommend it to a family or friends

Buti Paul M.

January 17, 2024

Bus broke down in Johannesburg. We were there for about 7 hours and then at 3am we got another bus.

Tadiwa N.

July 30, 2022

Bus was delayed 😔

Leroy S.

October 5, 2023

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.

Intercity Xpress Pretoria Paarl recent customer reviews

Ac wasn't working, Toilet was overflowing into bus. Could not use Toilet on bus...need to stop next to the road.

Micheal M.

July 27, 2023

Bus came late

Tshepang M.

February 23, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/52,091 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

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

Pretoria to Paarl Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Pretoria and Paarl?

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Paarl

Is there a way to reach Paarl from Pretoria without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Paarl?
What is the distance between Pretoria and Paarl?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Pretoria to Paarl?
What is the cheapest way to get from Pretoria to Paarl?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Pretoria to Paarl?
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Pretoria to Paarl?

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

Best price found

04/23

$31

04/24

$23

Today

$25

04/26

$22

04/27

$25

04/28

$24

04/29

$37

04/30

$23

The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Paarl was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $84 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-04-26.

Usually SLEEPLINER 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Pretoria to Paarl, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Paarl.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pretoria to Paarl 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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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Bus Pretoria to Paarl: Trip Overview

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Pretoria - Paarl

Is there a way to reach Paarl from Pretoria without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Pretoria to Paarl?

What is the distance between Pretoria and Paarl?

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

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

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

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Pretoria to Paarl?

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