Driving from Bloemfontein to Pretoria
Pretoria lies 423 km (263 mi) north-east of Bloemfontein, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 27 min without stops, over roughly 516 km (321 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bloemfontein | Pretoria | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Population | 556,637 | 2.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,396 m (4,580 ft) | 1,332 m (4,370 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Postal codes | 9300–9928 | 0002–0204 |
Where to book car hire from Bloemfontein to Pretoria
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Staying in Pretoria
Our booking partner lists 991 places to stay in Pretoria. Of the 564 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (290), and 26 are five-star. Across 427 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 162,954 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Pretoria from Bloemfontein?
423 km (263 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bloemfontein; by road roughly 516 km (321 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bloemfontein to Pretoria by car?
About 6 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bloemfontein and Pretoria?
No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.
Where can I stay in Pretoria?
Our booking partner lists 991 places to stay in Pretoria, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.