Bus from Richards Bay to Pretoria: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richards Bay to Pretoria on December 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)Fastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:09 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Pretoria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pretoria. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 30mAverage Duration
507 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$38 - $422Average Duration12h 30m
13kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$41 - $86Average Duration14h 15m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richards Bay to Pretoria by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Richards Bay to Pretoria start from $38. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    The average bus travel time from Richards Bay to Pretoria is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 507 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 50m and is operated by Citiliner.

  3. Which bus companies service the Richards Bay to Pretoria route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    The earliest bus departs from Richards Bay to Pretoria at 10:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    A bus trip from Richards Bay to Pretoria generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1911 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Richards Bay to Pretoria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-03
$58
12-04
$66
Today
$46
12-06
$41
12-07
$54
12-08
$55
12-09
$49
12-10
$49
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Pretoria was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $72 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-06.

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