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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Johannesburg to Pretoria from various bus operators like Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress or Greyhound South Africa for the next days.

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tomorrow

$12

Sunday

$12

Monday

Tuesday

$12

Wednesday

Thursday

$12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	0h 50m	11:45 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	12:35 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Intercity Xpress	1h 5m	4:25 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 4:25:00 PM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
City to City	1h 55m	6:25 AM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	8:20 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from City to City goes from Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 6:25:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound South Africa	0h 55m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:10 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Translux	1h 15m	5:15 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Translux goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/6/2025 5:15:00 PM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	0h 50m	11:45 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	12:35 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Intercity Xpress	1h 10m	5:20 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 5:20:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
City to City	1h 55m	6:25 AM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	8:20 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from City to City goes from Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 6:25:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Translux	1h 15m	5:15 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Translux goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 5:15:00 PM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
APM	1h 0m	5:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from APM goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/7/2025 5:15:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	0h 50m	11:45 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	12:35 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Intercity Xpress	1h 5m	4:25 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 4:25:00 PM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
APM	1h 25m	6:35 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from APM goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 6:35:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
City to City	1h 55m	6:25 AM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	8:20 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from City to City goes from Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 6:25:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound South Africa	0h 55m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:10 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/8/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	0h 50m	11:45 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	12:35 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Intercity Xpress	1h 15m	5:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 5:00:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
Translux	0h 55m	9:30 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	10:25 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Translux goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 9:30:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
City to City	1h 55m	6:25 AM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	8:20 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from City to City goes from Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 6:25:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
APM	1h 0m	5:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	6:15 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from APM goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/9/2025 5:15:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	0h 50m	11:45 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	12:35 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Intercity Xpress	1h 5m	4:25 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 4:25:00 PM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
APM	1h 25m	6:35 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	8:00 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from APM goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:35:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
City to City	1h 55m	6:25 AM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	8:20 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from City to City goes from Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 6:25:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound Australia	0h 55m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:10 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/10/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	0h 50m	11:45 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	12:35 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 11:45:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Intercity Xpress	1h 5m	4:25 PM	Johannesburg	Park Station	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 4:25:00 PM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
Translux	0h 55m	9:00 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:55 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from Translux goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 9:00:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
City to City	1h 55m	6:25 AM	Johannesburg	Baragwanath	8:20 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$18	A Bus from City to City goes from Baragwanath, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 6:25:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Greyhound South Africa	0h 55m	8:15 AM	Johannesburg	Park Station	9:10 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	Economy	$19	A Bus from Greyhound South Africa goes from Park Station, Johannesburg (South Africa) at 12/11/2025 8:15:00 AM to Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria is $6 on 12/18/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Johannesburg and Pretoria

See here how frequent the connections between Johannesburg and Pretoria are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 159 daily buses from Johannesburg to Pretoria. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 144 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Pretoria.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 361 buses from Johannesburg to Pretoria, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Pretoria, with 44 offers.

Facts about the bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Compare all providers like Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress and Greyhound South Africa that travel 148 times every day by bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria in one click! Book your bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pretoria starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus	$6
Fastest Bus	0h 20m
Earliest Bus	3:30 AM
Latest Bus	9:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	148 Ø
Distance	32.9 miles
Bus Companies	Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner, Delta Coaches, APM, Imperial Lane, Intercape, City to City, Translux and 8 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Every day, 148 buses from 18 bus companies leave Johannesburg for Pretoria: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

$27

Sunday 12/07

$12

Monday 12/08

$34

Tuesday 12/09

$12

Wednesday 12/10

$12

Thursday 12/11

$12

Friday 12/12

$12

Saturday 12/13

$12

Sunday 12/14

$15

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$18

Wednesday 12/17

$12

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$12

Saturday 12/20

$25

Sunday 12/21

$15

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

$18

Wednesday 12/24

$18

Thursday 12/25

$18

Friday 12/26

$12

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Johannesburg to Pretoria

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pretoria, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $6, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $12.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Pretoria, with $6. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Johannesburg to Pretoria in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Johannesburg to Pretoria are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Johannesburg to Pretoria

These are the most booked bus companies between Johannesburg to Pretoria from our users.

Eagle Liner from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Here you will find the key facts about the Eagle Liner bus route Johannesburg to Pretoria:

Cheapest Price	$6
Fastest Bus	0h 50m
Earliest Bus	3:30 AM
Last Bus	5:10 PM
Daily Connections	37 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

Intercity Xpress from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercity Xpress bus route Johannesburg to Pretoria:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	0h 55m
Earliest Bus	4:20 AM
Last Bus	6:40 PM
Daily Connections	31 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

City to City from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Here you will find the key facts about the City to City bus route Johannesburg to Pretoria:

Cheapest Price	$18
Fastest Bus	1h 40m
Earliest Bus	6:25 AM
Last Bus	6:35 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Johannesburg - Pretoria

rodzana charlotte, 12/22/2024

The bus no 243 please give those drivers award 🥇 I have arrived Pretoria on time. The drivers are so kind and lovely to people. Thank you Intercape to have such drivers.

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Pretoria

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Johannesburg and Pretoria.

Baragwanath

Golden Highway 7

Kerk Street

Kerk Street 125-131

Newtown Zimbabwe Bus Terminus

Alberltina Sisulu Road 293

Park Station

Rissik St 96

Southgate Shopping Centre

Southgate Rd

Bosman Bus Station

Scheiding St / Bosman St

City Lodge Lynnwood Hotel

Denneboom

East

Mamelodi

Service and Comfort on the bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Johannesburg to Pretoria? Or which bus companies serve the route Johannesburg to Pretoria? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Johannesburg to Pretoria bus

How much does a Johannesburg Pretoria bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 0h 50m to reach Pretoria. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

This route is offered by 18 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $302. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Pretoria.

On average, how many connections are available from Johannesburg to Pretoria each day?

Every day, the Johannesburg to Pretoria bus route is served by approximately 148 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Johannesburg to Pretoria take?

The fastest bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria is offered by Big Tree Coaches and takes 0h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The earliest bus arriving in Pretoria from Johannesburg starts at 3:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The latest bus trip departing from Johannesburg for Pretoria starts at 9:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Johannesburg Pretoria route?

When traveling by bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria, passengers can travel with Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress and Greyhound South Africa. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Pretoria?

You can check all the direct connections between Johannesburg and Pretoria by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress and Greyhound South Africa.

What can I take with me on the Johannesburg to Pretoria bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Johannesburg Pretoria bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Johannesburg Pretoria bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Johannesburg to Pretoria

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Johannesburg and to Pretoria

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Johannesburg and to Pretoria. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!