How to Travel from

Soweto to Pretoria

by Rideshare, Route or Car

The Republic of South Africa Soweto Pretoria

Cheapest

By car (79 km)

55 min

79 km.

from $4

Other

Rideshare

55 min

79 km.

from $4.29

Bus, Train

1 h 11 min

65 km.

from $6.43

Train

1 h 37 min

66 km.

from $7.61

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

Phone:

+27 11 611 8000

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greyhound.co.za

Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 3 hours

Estimated price:

$24.30–$33.25

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:

$12.15–$18.42

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:

$12.79–$16.62

Rea Vaya

Phone:

0860 562 874

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

reavaya.org.za/

Bus from Lakeview to Park

Ave. Duration:

26 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Estimated price:

$1.09–$1.66

Train operators

Gautrain

Phone:

+27 80 042 8872

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

gautrain.co.za

Train from Park to Pretoria

Ave. Duration:

35 min

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$5.05–$6.32

Metrorail

Phone:

+27 31 361 7702

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

prasa.com/

Train from Merafe to Johannesburg

Ave. Duration:

46 min

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$0.50–$0.54

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

The cheapest way to get from Soweto to Pretoria is to train which costs $4.67 - $5.98 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Soweto to Pretoria is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Pretoria?

No, there is no direct bus from Soweto to Pretoria. However, there are services departing from Koma & Molele and arriving at Pretoria via Lakeview and Johannesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Soweto and Pretoria?

No, there is no direct train from Soweto to Pretoria. However, there are services departing from Merafe and arriving at Pretoria via Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Soweto to Pretoria?

The distance between Soweto and Pretoria is 91 km. The road distance is 82.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Soweto to Pretoria without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 11m and costs $5.11 - $7.07 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Soweto to Pretoria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Pretoria bus from?

Soweto to Pretoria bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, depart from Lakeview station.

Where do I catch the Soweto to Pretoria train from?

Soweto to Pretoria train services, operated by Metrorail, depart from Merafe station.

Train or bus from Soweto to Pretoria?

The best way to get from Soweto to Pretoria is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs $10.87 - $30.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.67 - $5.98 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Soweto to Pretoria bus arrive?

Soweto to Pretoria bus services, operated by Rea Vaya, arrive at Park Station.

Where does the Soweto to Pretoria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Soweto to Pretoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Soweto to Pretoria is 83 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Soweto to Pretoria.

Where can I stay near Pretoria?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Pretoria. Prices start at $40.60 per night.

Book in Pretoria

Brooklyn Manor

323 Anderson Street, Pretoria

Great

9.8

CT Hotel

643 Cnr Stanza Bopape & Wessels Street, Pretoria

Fine

8.7

Akanani Apartments

561 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, 0007 Pretoria, South Africa, Pretoria

Great

9.3

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Voortrekker Monument

The Voortrekker Monument is located just south of Pretoria in South Africa. The granite structure is located on a hilltop, and was raised to commemorate the Voortrekkers who left the Cape Colony between 1835 and 1854. It was designed by the architect Gerard Moerdijk.

Union Buildings

The Union Buildings (Afrikaans: Uniegebou) form the official seat of the South African Government and also house the offices of the President of South Africa. The imposing buildings are located in Pretoria, atop Meintjeskop at the northern end of Arcadia, close to historic Church Square. The large gardens of the Buildings are nestled between Government Avenue, Vermeulen Street East, Church Street, the R104 and Blackwood Street. Fairview Avenue is a closed road through which only officials can enter the Union Buildings. Though not in the centre of Pretoria, the Union Buildings occupy the highest point of Pretoria, and constitute a South African national heritage site.

Loftus Versfeld Stadium

Loftus Versfeld Stadium is a rugby stadium situated in the suburb of Arcadia, city of Pretoria in the Gauteng province of South Africa, owned by the Blue Bulls Rugby Union. The stadium can accommodate 51,762 spectators.

Pretoria

Pretoria is South Africa's administrative capital, serving as the seat of the executive branch of government, and as the host to all foreign embassies to South Africa.

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Five ways to Travel from Soweto to Pretoria

Transport providers

Bus operators

Greyhound ZA

TransLux Express

City to City

Rea Vaya

Train operators

Gautrain

Metrorail

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Soweto and Pretoria?

Is there a direct train between Soweto and Pretoria?

How far is it from Soweto to Pretoria?

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

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

Where do I catch the Soweto to Pretoria bus from?

Where do I catch the Soweto to Pretoria train from?

Train or bus from Soweto to Pretoria?

Where does the Soweto to Pretoria bus arrive?

Where does the Soweto to Pretoria train arrive?

Can I drive from Soweto to Pretoria?

Where can I stay near Pretoria?