Bus Tickets from Pretoria to Mbombela

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TodayJul 26
from US$18
TomorrowJul 27
from US$27
MonJul 28
from US$20
TueJul 29
from US$20
WedJul 30
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ThuJul 31
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: Mbombela
    Destination location: Sasol Garage, Cnr Samora Machel & Bell Street
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Mbombela
    Destination location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Mbombela
    Destination location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Paul Kruger and Scheiding Street (Pretoria Station)
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Mbombela
    Destination location: Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Pretoria
    Departure location: Pretoria Luxury Coach Terminal
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Mbombela
    Destination location: NELSPRUIT (GREYHOUND OFFICE) - Greyhound Office, 17 Samora Machel Street
    Operated by: Citiliner PlusCitiliner Plus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pretoria to Mbombela

Bus
Average PriceUS$17 - US$48Average Duration4h 55m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$25 - US$25Average Duration6h
9kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the shuttle from Pretoria to Mbombela

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Mbombela. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day
6hAverage Duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pretoria to Mbombela: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$31
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 55m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure5:30am
Distance282 km
Latest bus departure7:30pm

Pretoria to Mbombela Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Pretoria to Mbombela, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Pretoria - Mbombela

  1. What is the distance between Pretoria and Mbombela?

    The distance between Pretoria and Mbombela is around 277 km (172 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pretoria to Mbombela?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pretoria Station, in Pretoria, and end it at Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive, in Mbombela.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-24
US$24
07-25
US$18
Today
US$16
07-27
US$25
07-28
US$18
07-29
US$18
07-30
US$18
07-31
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pretoria to Mbombela was searched and found on Jul 26, 2025 with a price of US$16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pretoria to Mbombela, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Mbombela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-07-28.

Usually MAINLINER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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