How much is the bus ticket from Kimberley to Pretoria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kimberley to Pretoria start from $21. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Kimberley to Pretoria?

The average bus trip duration from Kimberley to Pretoria is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Kimberley to Pretoria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , APM WC , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kimberley to Pretoria?

The earliest bus departs from Kimberley to Pretoria at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kimberley to Pretoria?

A bus trip from Kimberley to Pretoria generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Kimberley to Pretoria?

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 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kimberley to Pretoria?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Kimberley to Pretoria?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kimberley to Pretoria?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kimberley to Pretoria from $21 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Kimberley to Pretoria on February 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	8h 55m	5:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	Cheapest
Bus	2:50am	KIMBERLEY (ULTRA CITY) - Ultra City, Transvaal Road	7h 20m	10:10am	Motorcoach Terminal, Cnr of Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street	Fastest
Bus	12:40am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	8h 35m	9:15am	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	8h 55m	5:25pm	Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Kimberley (Shell Ultra City) - Shell Ultra City, N12, Kimberley, 8301	8h 5m	8:55am	Bosman Coach Station Terminus	No tags

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Get from Kimberley to Pretoria

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

295 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Kimberley and Pretoria?

Stops in Kimberley

A
Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre),, Kimberley, 8300, South Africa
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Stops in Pretoria

A
Pretoria Station
Office 4, Pretoria Station, 180 Scheiding St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
B
Pretoria Station
Motor Coach Terminal, corner of Paul Kruger and Sheiding street

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,775 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Many users have praised the bus service for its cleanliness, punctuality, and friendly staff. The drivers are often described as professional and skilled, contributing to an enjoyable travel experience. However, some reviews mention occasional delays and issues with non-functional toilets or unclear stop announcements. Despite these minor concerns, the overall feedback remains positive about the journey quality provided by this company.

Intercape Sleepliner Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

The Driver was excellent and was professional and the rest will maybe areas of improvement regarding the bus it'self and obviously the was late but the bus driver engaged us as that made things way better and enjoyable..otherwise it was fun

Thapelo M.

December 13, 2025

The ride was ok but the bus kept stopping along the way. We ended up concluding that the bus was over heating because the drivers had to refill water.

Segofala M.

September 9, 2025

The bus delayed in 2hours.i booked half past 7 in the morning it came half past 9.i arrived in pretoria late and struggled to get a taxi .it caused me to pay 300 for risk taxi to take me to mamelodi because they don't allow Uber/bolt next to Bosman station. My trip was bad

Nthabiseng B.

June 6, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Passengers have praised the comfortable seats and friendly staff, contributing to an overall pleasant travel experience. However, several reviews mention that buses often arrived an hour late and had issues with blocked or odorous toilets. Despite these concerns, many appreciated the smooth rides provided by accommodating drivers.

Intercity Xpress Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was 2 hours late and onto o of that we had a puncture which i understand and atleast that was responded too quick

Keletso M.

December 31, 2025

The bus came late n i was late for my my meeting tday now i was charged with absent without leave

Baatile M.

December 15, 2025

I didn’t enjoy the trip because the bus was 2 hours late and they don’t even inform me and the bus was too full

Linda M.

December 6, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Many users appreciated the timely service and friendly drivers provided by Big Sky, highlighting their overall positive experiences. However, some reviews mentioned issues such as broken seats, a foul-smelling toilet that opened unexpectedly during trips, and discomfort due to litter on the floor or closely spaced seating. Additionally, there were concerns about passengers consuming alcohol onboard after purchasing it at pitstops.

Big Sky Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

Broken seats to be fixed kindly immediately (none reclining), where I was seated there was no curtain.

Thato Sympathy M.

January 21, 2026

It’s always exciting to take a trip with Big Sky. However this time around it was spoiled by the drunkards who joined us on the way, and buy alcohol at a pitstop to continued drinking onboard!

Maphutha K.

January 12, 2026

Liter on the floor n the sit are to near to each other so wen the front passenger lays down the sit hurt our nee

Boipelo M.

December 24, 2025

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $21

APMWC Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

the bus was supposed to depart at 07h30, by 09h00 the bus had still not arrived! I had to organize alternative transportation

Luxolo M.

January 5, 2026

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Passengers have shared positive feedback about the comfort of their journeys and commendable driving skills. However, there are consistent mentions of buses arriving late, which seems to be a recurring issue for some users. Additionally, passengers noted that televisions were not functioning during trips.

Greyhound Kimberley Pretoria recent customer reviews

The bus was late and they overbooked the bus ..me and my wife didn't have choice but to sit on the stairs from kimberley to klerksdorp because it's my mother's funeral tomorrow and very disappointed

Matshediso S.

March 27, 2025

Firstly when the bus arrives i was bored already, it was late more than 50 minutes late.

Tshepo B.

November 27, 2024

The bus was two hours late and they didn't notify me about the delay. I was late for my engagements in Pretoria.

Ofentse Jeremiah M.

July 6, 2024

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kimberley, ZA 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Kimberley to Pretoria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kimberley to Pretoria start from $21. The average price for this route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Kimberley to Pretoria?
The average bus trip duration from Kimberley to Pretoria is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 295 miles (476 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Kimberley to Pretoria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kimberley to Pretoria?
The earliest bus departs from Kimberley to Pretoria at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kimberley to Pretoria?
A bus trip from Kimberley to Pretoria generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kimberley to Pretoria?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kimberley to Pretoria?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Kimberley to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kimberley to Pretoria?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

02/13

$40

02/14

$24

Today

$35

02/16

$24

02/17

$24

02/18

$25

02/19

$24

02/20

$24

The cheapest trip from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $47 for a bus ticket from Kimberley, ZA to Pretoria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-02-19.

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.