Users have highlighted the punctuality and professionalism of the drivers, as well as a generally good service. However, there were some concerns about non-functional charging ports and issues with heating on board, leading to discomfort during colder conditions.
I enjoyed comfortability
I did enjoy the journey because the was no heater and charge
3 out of 5 stars
Rebabatle Aviwe T.
They manage time for arrival, Time to releave themselves "Bathroom" were appreciated, we also appreciate the way they disciplined people who were Drunk.
She ddnt enjoy because Bus was not clean Bad smell, No where to recharge Phones. What makes me as a parent to be dissapointed Office to sent my child to JHB with Gautrain at her Cost exactly with the time we booked in Pretoria.
1 out of 5 stars
Phumeza N.
Impressive, but I am disappointed about the heater though... I was soo cold
Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting that drivers were friendly and helpful. However, some users mentioned inconveniences such as a two-hour delay in departure time and having to change buses in Johannesburg. Additionally, there was feedback regarding the lack of onboard toilets for travelers with young children.
It was just fine the problem they don't have toilets and I was traveling with a toddler
4 out of 5 stars
Nolusindiso N.
I didn't get the bus at bosman and asked for my ticket to be changed for January and the person who was helping me wasn't willing and she didn't even print out my ticket. I never got to the bus
1 out of 5 stars
Zimasa N.
I'm not happy at all about eagle liner drivers, they were rude and the other driver was racing with another bus and the truck everyone was complaining inside the bus. It was my last time to use eagle liner. All stuff member's are so rude from office at Pretoria they discrespect people
Customers generally had a positive experience with the service, highlighting that buses were warm and arrived on time. The drivers received praise for being polite, considerate, and accommodating. However, there was an incident where a bus broke down after Kokstad causing significant delays while waiting for another bus to continue the journey.
The bus arrived on time and the drivers were so accomodative but it was so cold in it and the heater was not working
2 out of 5 stars
Nokulunga L.
The lady who was on duty on the day knows her job and she does it with passion and she masters it by knowing how to keep calm when dealing with different characters customers display.
4 out of 5 stars
Nontsikelelo M.
The bus died after kokstad where there was no service and we had to wait for another bus for so long to take us home 😒
According to customer reviews, there were issues with the availability of buses in Pretoria. Customers mentioned that they were not informed about this and had to book another bus as a result.
Based on 2451 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 US$37
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The distance between Pretoria and Matatiele is around 517 km (321 miles).
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09-28
US$38
09-29
US$25
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US$30
10-01
US$28
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US$26
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US$25
10-04
US$24
10-05
US$22
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Matatiele was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of US$22
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You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Matatiele based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-10-05.
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The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Matatiele was searched and found on Oct 5, 2025 with a price of US$22
