The City of Tshwane continues to operate an extensive municipal bus network serving Pretoria West and surrounding suburbs, offering weekday public transport access to the Pretoria CBD. The routes affect commuters travelling from West Park, Tuine, Danville, and Erasmia, many of whom rely on municipal buses as their primary mode of transport. This matters now as rising transport costs and limited weekend services increase reliance on predictable municipal bus schedules across western Pretoria.
According to the City of Tshwane’s published timetables, Pretoria West routes operate mainly on weekdays, with services concentrated during early morning and afternoon peak periods.
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City Of Tshwane Suburbs Covered by Pretoria West Bus Services
Municipal bus routes in Pretoria West link residential suburbs west and south-west of the CBD via WF Nkomo Street, Kgosi Mampuru Street, Pretorius Street, Nana Sita Street, and Quagga Road.
Areas currently served include:
- West Park
- Tuine
- Danville
- Erasmia
Most routes operate as return services between residential suburbs and the Pretoria CBD, with CBD boarding points clustered along WF Nkomo Street, Trans Oranje and Quagga Road.
West Park Bus Routes and Times
West Park is served by several routes operating mainly during weekday commuter hours.
West Park Route 8
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Early morning departures: from around 05:00 to 06:30
- Midday services: late morning to early afternoon
- Afternoon peak return trips: from around 15:00 to 17:30
Limited Saturday trips operate in the morning. No services run on Sundays or public holidays. Some trips are marked as school-time only.
West Park Route 7
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak: approximately 05:15 to 07:00
- Midday departures: intermittent late morning services
- Afternoon peak: approximately 15:00 to 17:00
Saturday services are limited. No Sunday or public holiday operations apply.
West Park Route 6
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Early morning: around 05:30 to 06:30
- Afternoon return: approximately 15:30 to 16:30
No weekend or public holiday services operate on this route.
West Park Routes 1 and 2
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak services: from around 05:00 to 07:00
- Afternoon return services: from around 15:00 to 17:00
Route 1 has limited Saturday morning services. No Sunday or public holiday operations apply.
Tuine Bus Routes and Times
Tuine is served by two routes focused on weekday peak travel.
Tuine Routes 1 and 2
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak: approximately 05:00 to 07:00
- Afternoon peak: approximately 15:00 to 17:30
Saturday services are limited to Route 1. No Sunday or public holiday services operate. Several trips are school-term specific.
Danville Bus Routes and Times
Danville has the most extensive coverage in Pretoria West, with multiple weekday routes.
Danville Route 1
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning departures: from around 05:00 to 07:30
- Midday services: late morning departures
- Afternoon peak: approximately 14:30 to 17:30
Limited Saturday services operate. No Sunday or public holiday services apply.
Danville Route 5
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak: approximately 05:30 to 07:00
- Afternoon peak: approximately 15:00 to 17:00
No weekend or public holiday services operate.
Danville Routes 2 and 3
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak: approximately 05:00 to 07:00
- Afternoon peak: approximately 15:00 to 17:00
Some trips operate during school terms or holidays only. No Sunday or public holiday services apply.
Danville Route 6
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Early morning express trips: around 05:00 to 06:30
- Afternoon return services: approximately 15:30 to 17:00
No weekend or public holiday services operate.
Erasmia Bus Routes and Times
Erasmia routes link the suburb to the CBD via Quagga Road.
Erasmia Route 2
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak: approximately 05:00 to 07:00
- Afternoon peak: approximately 15:00 to 17:00
No Saturday, Sunday or public holiday services operate.
Erasmia Route 3
Typical weekday departure windows:
- Morning peak: approximately 05:15 to 07:15
- Afternoon peak: approximately 15:00 to 17:30
Limited Saturday morning services operate. No Sunday or public holiday services apply.
Operating Days and Service Patterns
Across Pretoria West routes, consistent patterns apply:
- Services concentrate around morning and afternoon peaks
- Midday services are limited and route-specific
- Saturday services are restricted
- No services operate on Sundays or public holidays
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
For residents of Pretoria West, Danville, Tuine and Erasmia, municipal bus services remain a vital weekday transport option. However, reliance on peak-hour scheduling means limited flexibility for residents working outside standard office hours.
Understanding departure windows is critical for planning daily travel, particularly where alternative transport options are limited.
FAQ: Pretoria West Bus Times and Routes
What time do Pretoria West buses start running?
Most routes begin operating from around 05:00 on weekdays.
When is the last bus from the CBD?
Most routes have final departures between 16:30 and 17:30.
Are there buses during the day?
Some routes offer limited late-morning or early-afternoon trips.
Do buses run at night?
No. There are no evening or night services.
Do buses operate on public holidays?
No. Services do not operate on public holidays.
What Happens Next
The City of Tshwane has not announced timetable extensions or additional services for Pretoria West in 2026. Routes are expected to continue operating within the current weekday, peak-focused model.
Any future changes to operating times or service frequency would require formal municipal notification.
