Bus Pretoria to Kathu: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Pretoria to Kathu

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pretoria to Kathu from various bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today

$27

tomorrow

Wednesday

$24

Thursday

Friday

$27

Saturday

$27

Sunday

$25

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	13h 5m	5:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 PM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 5:30:00 AM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Intercape	12h 5m	6:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 6:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Intercape	11h 35m	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	5:05 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/27/2026 5:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 35m	5:15 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	2:50 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$24	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 5:15:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	13h 5m	5:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 PM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 5:30:00 AM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Intercape	11h 35m	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	5:05 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/29/2026 5:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/30/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	13h 5m	5:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 PM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 5:30:00 AM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Intercape	12h 5m	6:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Intercape	11h 35m	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	5:05 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 7/31/2026 5:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Intercape	13h 5m	5:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 PM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel		Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 5:30:00 AM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/1/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
	Intercape	11h 35m	5:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	5:05 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel		Economy	$32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 8/1/2026 5:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercity Xpress	9h 35m	5:15 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	2:50 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$25	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 5:15:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/3/2026 2:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	13h 5m	5:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 PM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 5:30:00 AM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Intercape	11h 5m	5:30 AM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	4:35 PM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 5:30:00 AM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/2/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Intercape	12h 5m	6:30 PM	Pretoria	Bosman Bus Station	6:35 AM	Kathu	Elegant Fuel	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Bus Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 8/2/2026 6:30:00 PM to Elegant Fuel, Kathu (South Africa) arriving at 8/3/2026 6:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m

Frequency of bus connections between Pretoria and Kathu

See here how frequent the connections between Pretoria and Kathu are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Pretoria to Kathu. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Pretoria and Kathu.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 9 buses from Pretoria to Kathu, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Pretoria and Kathu, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/29/2026 costs just $24, from Intercity Xpress

Facts about the bus from Pretoria to Kathu

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity that travel 4 times every day by bus from Pretoria to Kathu in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pretoria to Kathu starting from $24!

Cheapest Bus	$24
Fastest Bus	9h 35m
Earliest Bus	5:30 AM
Latest Bus	6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	344.6 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest bus connections from Pretoria to Kathu

Every day, 4 buses from 3 bus companies leave Pretoria for Kathu: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$27

Tuesday 07/28

$27

Wednesday 07/29

$27

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$27

Saturday 08/01

$27

Sunday 08/02

$24

Monday 08/03

$27

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$27

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$25

Saturday 08/08

$30

Sunday 08/09

$32

Monday 08/10

$30

Tuesday 08/11

$32

Wednesday 08/12

$32

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

$25

Monday 08/17

$30

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Pretoria to Kathu

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pretoria to Kathu, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $24, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pretoria to Kathu. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pretoria to Kathu, with $24. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Pretoria to Kathu

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Pretoria to Kathu in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Pretoria to Kathu, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Pretoria to Kathu are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Pretoria and Kathu

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Pretoria and Kathu.

Bosman Bus Station

Scheiding St / Bosman St

Bosman Station Coach Terminus

City Lodge Lynnwood Hotel

Denneboom

East

Elegant Fuel

Corner of Frikkie Meyer and N14

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pretoria to Kathu

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Pretoria to Kathu? Or which bus companies serve the route Pretoria to Kathu? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Pretoria to Kathu bus

How much does a Pretoria Kathu bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $24 and takes 9h 35m to reach Kathu. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Pretoria to Kathu?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $24 and $36. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Kathu.

On average, how many connections are available from Pretoria to Kathu each day?

Every day, the Pretoria to Kathu bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Pretoria to Kathu take?

The fastest bus from Pretoria to Kathu is offered by Intercity Xpress and takes 9h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pretoria to Kathu?

The earliest bus arriving in Kathu from Pretoria starts at 5:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Pretoria to Kathu?

The latest bus trip departing from Pretoria for Kathu starts at 6:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Pretoria Kathu route?

When traveling by bus from Pretoria to Kathu, passengers can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Pretoria and Kathu?

You can check all the direct connections between Pretoria and Kathu by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Pretoria to Kathu bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Pretoria Kathu bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Pretoria Kathu bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Pretoria to Kathu on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Pretoria to Kathu

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Pretoria and to Kathu

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Pretoria and to Kathu. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!