Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its convenience, friendly drivers and staff, excellent customer service, and comfortable rides. Many appreciated being able to charge their phones on board. However, some mentioned issues such as buses arriving late by over an hour or feeling cold during the journey.
Bus drivers are not friendly and think they can do as they please when stopping at the garages
1 out of 5 stars
Mcdonald M.
The intercape bus was literally a deep freezer because the air-conditioning were placed on extremely high.
It was a horrific experience as we had to travel for 15 hours in these freezing bus with a bus attendant known as Themba who was yelling and shouting the commuters.
Refusing to adjust the air conditioning. Commuters were all dressed up in winter clothes in the midst of December.
1 out of 5 stars
Constance B.
I did not enjoyed cause I was supposed to arrived at upington at 5h30 Am but I was late with 1hour and some minutes
Users have reported that the company's staff is friendly and professional, with drivers who are careful and courteous. The buses are described as comfortable and clean, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, there were some concerns about the toilet facilities on board being less than satisfactory for passengers.
The employees of the company is friendly and professional. The driver drove very carefully and was friendly. The bus itself was very comfortable and clean 👌 😌 🙂
5 out of 5 stars
Jamian S.
The bus was late, the drivers and stuff did not care to assist and inform us on what was happening.
1 out of 5 stars
Andrew Zitha M.
The journey was very good the only problem is your toilet facilities on the bus.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pretoria to Upington
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Pretoria to Upington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pretoria to Upington start from £18. The average price for this route is around £35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pretoria to Upington?
The average bus journey time from Pretoria to Upington is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 465 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Upington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pretoria to Upington?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Upington at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Upington?
A bus journey from Pretoria to Upington produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Pretoria to Upington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Upington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pretoria to Upington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pretoria to Upington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
02/12
£23
03/12
£22
Today
£22
05/12
£22
06/12
£22
07/12
£27
08/12
£27
09/12
£35
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Upington was searched and found on 3 Dec 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 Upington as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £22 to £72 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-05.
Usually Intercape 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.
The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Upington was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £22
