Pretoria to Cape Town

Pretoria to Cape Town

Pretoria
Cape Town
Mon, Jun 3
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$33
 
 
$61

Other Options

Pretoria to Cape Town Schedule

Pretoria to Cape Town Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlySafair Economy #FA20005:55 - 08:15ZAR 1,172
FlySafair Economy #FA60606:25 - 08:45ZAR 2,715
South African Airways Economy #SA31708:45 - 10:55ZAR 2,579
FlySafair Economy #FA21010:00 - 12:20ZAR 1,912
FlySafair Economy #FA20612:45 - 14:55ZAR 3,647
South African Airways Economy #SA34314:30 - 16:35ZAR 3,101
Delta Coaches Luxurious Coach 16:30 - 11:00ZAR 457
Airlink Economy #4Z92518:40 - 20:50ZAR 3,043
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1671920:20 - 22:30ZAR 2,019

Transportation from Pretoria to Cape Town

Facts about the transport from Pretoria to Cape Town

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport2h 10m
Earliest Departure5:55 AM
Latest Departure8:35 PM
Departures per day17
Distance1100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, FlySafair, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, South African Airways

How to get from Pretoria to Cape Town

When you want to get from Pretoria to Cape Town, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 60.18. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 32.50.

How far is Pretoria from Cape Town?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pretoria to Cape Town. Your trip will be a total of 684 miles (1100 km). The flying distance is 1145 miles (1842 km).

How long does it take to get from Pretoria to Cape Town?

The travel time from Pretoria to Cape Town can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 22 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Pretoria to Cape Town?

The cost of the trip from Pretoria to Cape Town varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Big Sky Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 32.50 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 60.18.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Pretoria to Cape Town:

  • Bus tickets - USD 32.50 to USD 60.18;
  • Plane tickets - USD 64.12 to USD 221.56;

How many trips per day are there between Pretoria and Cape Town?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 09:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 17 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Pretoria to Cape Town. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 64.12.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Pretoria to Cape Town

Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems, Hahn Air Technologies, South African Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from Pretoria to Cape Town is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Pretoria to Cape Town

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Pretoria to Cape Town? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 55% users took a plane.
  • 45% decided to go for a bus.