How far is Pretoria from Maputo by coach?

The journey from Maputo to Pretoria by coach covers an approximate distance of 271 miles (437 km).

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

To travel from Maputo to Pretoria without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Maputo to Pretoria from £25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Maputo to Pretoria on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 15m	05:45	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Tropical Air Tours	10h 45m	05:45	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures from Maputo to Pretoria on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Tropical Air Tours	11h 25m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	13h 5m	07:35	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures from Maputo to Pretoria on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	13h 5m	07:35	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	07:00	Tropical Air Tours	11h 25m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

Next departures from Maputo to Pretoria on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 15m	05:45	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Tropical Air Tours	10h 45m	05:45	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	06:30	Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c	11h 55m	18:25	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags

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Get from Maputo to Pretoria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

11h 55mAverage duration

273 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,810 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the timely service and enjoyable trips. However, some have noted concerns regarding cleanliness, particularly with the bus toilets. Despite these issues, the overall impression remains favorable, with passengers appreciating the service and speed of the journey.

Intercape Mainliner Express Maputo Pretoria recent customer reviews

Apart from the high prices that are sometimes charged, there is nothing I didn't like. I liked, for example, the service on the bus, the speed, and the fact that it ran on time.

Roberto N.

21 October 2025

I enjoyed everything about my trip, but how about encouraging us to keep the bus clean,announcement maybe every 3 hours

Flora L.

30 August 2024

The journey was good unfortunately the loo was filthy smells bad the whole trip my suggestion is that toilet to have detergents ,to be cleaned after every trip

Evelyn V.

21 January 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Maputo and Pretoria?

Stops in Maputo

A - Tropical Air Tours

B - Maputo - Intercape Office, 25 De Setembro no. 1129 r/c

Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Maputo to Pretoria

How far is Pretoria from Maputo by coach?
The journey from Maputo to Pretoria by coach covers an approximate distance of 271 miles (437 km).
Is there a way to reach Pretoria from Maputo without flying?
To travel from Maputo to Pretoria without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/11

£25

16/11

£26

Today

£26

18/11

£26

19/11

£26

20/11

£28

21/11

£25

22/11

£30

The cheapest trip from Maputo to Pretoria was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

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

You can expect to pay from £25 to £52 for a bus ticket from Maputo to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-21.