Cape Town to Pretoria

Cape Town to Pretoria

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Cape Town to Pretoria Schedule

Cape Town to Pretoria Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlySafair Economy #FA10605:45 - 07:45ZAR 1,709
South African Airways Economy #SA30807:45 - 09:45ZAR 2,114
FlySafair Economy #FA60709:10 - 11:20ZAR 2,035
CemAir Economy #5Z83911:15 - 13:15ZAR 1,916
FlySafair Economy #FA21113:00 - 15:10ZAR 3,209
FlySafair Economy #FA20314:45 - 16:55ZAR 2,526
CemAir Economy #5Z84316:30 - 18:30ZAR 3,298
Intercape Sleepliner 19:15 - 15:30ZAR 825
FlySafair Economy #FA20520:00 - 22:05ZAR 1,544

Transportation from Cape Town to Pretoria

Facts about the transport from Cape Town to Pretoria

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day28
Distance1133 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Hahn Air Technologies, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, South African Airways

How to get from Cape Town to Pretoria

When you want to get from Cape Town to Pretoria, 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 212.47. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 86.97.

How far is Cape Town from Pretoria?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Cape Town to Pretoria. Your trip will be a total of 705 miles (1133 km). The flying distance is 1058 miles (1701 km).

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

The travel time from Cape Town to Pretoria can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 23 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Cape Town to Pretoria varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is CemAir: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 86.97 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 212.47.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 24.39 to USD 54.53;
  • Plane tickets - USD 86.95 to USD 212.46;

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

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

  • Flights from Cape Town to Pretoria depart during the day - there are approximately 28 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Cape Town to Pretoria. 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 86.95.

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 Cape Town to Pretoria

Airlink, CemAir, Hahn Air Technologies, South African Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from Cape Town to Pretoria 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 Cape Town to Pretoria

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cape Town to Pretoria? 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:

  • 57% users took a plane.
  • 43% decided to go for a bus.