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Two ways to Travel from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Composite routes from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Cheapest
38 min
Car
56 km.
from $3
Other
38 min
Rideshare
56 km.
from $3.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:
+27 11 611 8000
Email:
Website:
greyhound.co.za
Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

TransLux Express

Phone:
+27 86 158 9282
Website:
res.prasa.com/translux/booking
Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.33

City to City

Phone:
+27 11 774 3333
Website:
res.prasa.com/citytocity/booking
Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$13.04

Train operators

Gautrain

Phone:
+27 80 042 8872
Email:
Website:
gautrain.co.za
Train from Park to Pretoria
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.23–$5.28

Shosholoza Meyl

Phone:
011 013 0231
Email:
Website:
res.prasa.com/shosholozameyl/Booking
Train from Johannesburg Park to Germiston
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria is to train which costs $4.13 - $5.33 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria is to train which takes 35 min and costs $4.13 - $5.33 .

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Pretoria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Johannesburg and arriving at Pretoria. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Johannesburg and Pretoria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Park and arriving at Pretoria. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The distance between Johannesburg and Pretoria is 56 km. The road distance is 57.2 km.

How do I travel from Johannesburg to Pretoria without a car?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs $4.13 - $5.33 .

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The train from Park to Pretoria takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Pretoria bus from?

Johannesburg to Pretoria bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, depart from Johannesburg station.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Pretoria train from?

Johannesburg to Pretoria train services, operated by Gautrain, depart from Park station.

Train or bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Pretoria is to train which takes 35 min and costs $4.13 - $5.33 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.33 - $28.26 and takes 1h.

Where does the Johannesburg to Pretoria bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Pretoria bus services, operated by Greyhound ZA, arrive at Pretoria station.

Where does the Johannesburg to Pretoria train arrive?

Johannesburg to Pretoria train services, operated by Gautrain, arrive at Pretoria station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Pretoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Pretoria is 57 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Johannesburg to Pretoria.

Where can I stay near Pretoria?

There are 1291+ hotels available in Pretoria. Prices start at $39.92 per night.
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