How far is Polokwane from Pretoria by coach?

The distance between Pretoria and Polokwane by coach is approximately 149 miles (241 km).

Is there a way to reach Polokwane from Pretoria without a car?

The best way to go from Pretoria to Polokwane without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: 29 June at 09:30
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: 29 June at 14:15
Destination city: Polokwane
Destination location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: 29 June at 09:30
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: 29 June at 14:15
Destination city: Polokwane
Destination location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
Departure time: 29 June at 09:30
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: 29 June at 14:15
Destination city: Polokwane
Destination location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
Departure time: 29 June at 09:30
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: 29 June at 14:15
Destination city: Polokwane
Destination location: Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 45m
Departure time: 29 June at 09:30
Departure city: Pretoria
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
Arrival time: 29 June at 14:30
Destination city: Polokwane
Destination location: Polokwane - Savannah Mall (opposite Total Garage)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h

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Bus Pretoria to Polokwane: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23

Average bus trip duration4h 40m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure09:30

Distance152 miles

Latest bus departure20:00

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Intercape

3.5/540,608 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Customers generally appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the comfort and cleanliness of the buses. Many users highlight their positive experiences with punctuality and professional drivers. However, some reviews mention issues such as late departures and a lack of secure waiting areas in certain towns along routes to Polokwane.

Intercape Mainliner Pretoria Polokwane recent customer reviews

Pathetic service. We were meant to leave Pretoria at 09:30 but only left at 11:05. Along the way the bus couldn’t start. We waited about an hour for someone to jumpstart us. What’s a horrible experience. I’m never using this bus again. Sheer disregard for customers

Tumelo M.

20 March 2025

Didn’t like the service,I left at 12:00 instead of my original time which was 09:30 because the bus was not working and the heater was on while it was hot instead of the acon

Zunani D.

5 September 2024

The bus was 40mins late, it was supposed to leave at half past 9 but we departed at 11:10

Yingisani M.

27 March 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,135 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.2

Customers generally appreciate the comfort and cleanliness of the buses, as well as courteous drivers who ensure a pleasant journey. However, there are consistent reports of delays without adequate communication or acknowledgment. Additionally, some users noted issues with air conditioning and charging points not functioning properly during their trips.

Citiliner Plus Pretoria Polokwane recent customer reviews

The ride was great. The bus was delayed a bit by 30 minutes. Either than that, everything else was good.

Dineo M.

2 May 2025

It was comfortable and the drive was okay. My issue was that the bus was late and no acknowledgement was made and if I was the one running late no leniency would have been given. Also the aircon was so cold and unbearable

Refilwe P.

22 March 2025

Everything is perfect except the toilet not clean.The one I used when going to Pretoria on 30.01.2024,aircons were not working. Charging points were also not working but everything was perfect including drivers

Jane M.

3 February 2025

Wez We Coaches

1.5/5498 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.7

Cleanliness1.7

WiFi0.4

Fun Lover Coaches

3.5/562 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.9

Fun lover coaches generally provide good service, with buses usually departing and arriving on time. However, during peak times, stricter enforcement is needed to prevent delays caused by passengers taking long breaks at stops like Kranskop. Some customers have reported being dropped off at incorrect locations, requiring them to make alternative arrangements for their journey home. Despite some minor issues with timing and bus quality not meeting expectations in a few cases, overall feedback includes positive experiences of helpful drivers accommodating special needs passengers and delivering punctual trips that are safe and enjoyable."

FUN LOVER COACHES Pretoria Polokwane recent customer reviews

My arrival point was Thabo Mbeki St at the city centre and instead I got dropped off at the Mall of the North shell petrol station, I had to make a plan to get home from there. Otherwise fine

Nosipho C.

4 December 2023

In the 1st place the bus was suppose to leave at 08H10. I had to go to the guy at the counter because the bus do not come. Every time he says 10 more minutes, they are incompetent and can not keep travellers updated. The bus arrived at 09H00. The most unpleasant was the guy that was the assistant on the 1st bus was drinking heavily. Unecceptable. Then the bus broke down before we left Pretoria. We stood there untill 10H30. We as passengers had to load our own suitcases from the broken bus to the new bus due to the assistant that was drunk. So I started phoning where call centre the bus left at the depot, worst of all they will phone me not once they phoned. 5 calls later they did not even bother to answer when they saw my nr. They pitched at 10H30. I had to be back at my work at 13H00. Needless to say the bus arrived at my destination at 14H30 after I begged the driver to let me off the bus next to the road otherwise it would reached it half an hour later. The driver of the 2nd bus was excellent, friendly but assistant really can dress better. One thing is S. A does not only have blacks. The music on the bus was terrible. So loud that I could not even hear my phone ring. Bit I will NEVER EVER MAKE USE OF IT.

Annatjie H.

7 November 2023

I personally enjoyed the fact that the time it took to travel from pta to limpopo was as promised and it was a healthy and safe trip

Bafana M.

12 September 2023

ZA Bus Companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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Stops in Pretoria

A - Pretoria Station

B - Pretoria Station

Stops in Polokwane

A - Polokwane - Mall Of The North

B - City Square

Frequently asked questions on the trip Pretoria - Polokwane

How far is Polokwane from Pretoria by coach?
The distance between Pretoria and Polokwane by coach is approximately 149 miles (241 km).
Is there a way to reach Polokwane from Pretoria without a car?
The best way to go from Pretoria to Polokwane without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$43 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Polokwane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-06-30.

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pretoria to Polokwane will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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