The City of Tshwane continues to operate multiple municipal bus routes serving Pretoria Moot and the surrounding northern suburbs, providing weekday public transport links between residential areas and the Pretoria CBD. The routes affect commuters travelling from neighbourhoods including Wonderboom South, Waverley, Villieria, Rietfontein, Queenswood, and Moregloed. The information matters now as residents rely on scheduled municipal services amid rising transport costs and limited alternatives for peak-hour travel into the city.
The routes operate primarily on weekdays, with limited or no service on weekends and public holidays, according to official City of Tshwane timetables.
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Areas Served by Pretoria Moot Bus Routes
Pretoria Moot is served by several City of Tshwane bus routes that connect northern suburbs to the city centre via major arterial roads, including Steve Biko Road and Johan Heyns Drive.
The routes cover the following areas:
- Wonderboom South
- Waverley
- Villieria
- Rietfontein
- Queenswood
- Moregloed
All routes originate from Bosman Street in the Pretoria CBD and operate as return services between the city centre and residential suburbs.
Wonderboom South Route 20
The Wonderboom South service operates under Route 20, connecting the Pretoria CBD to Wonderboom South via Madiba Street, Steve Biko Road, De Beer Street, and 20th Avenue.
Key details:
- CBD boarding point: De Beer Street and 20th Avenue
- Weekday departures begin from 05:20
- Saturday service is limited
- No service on Sundays or public holidays
Some weekday trips make use of the Steve Biko Road bus priority lane to improve travel times.
Waverley Route 6
The Waverley Route 6 services commuters travelling between the CBD and Waverley via Steve Biko Road, Hertzog Street and surrounding residential roads.
Key details:
- CBD boarding point: Hertzog Street and 24th Avenue
- Weekday services start from early morning
- No service on Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays
- Certain trips route via Rietfontein
The route provides weekday-only access for workers and students commuting into central Pretoria.
Villieria Routes 1, 2, and 3
Villieria is served by Routes 1, 2 and 3, which operate through Steve Biko Road and surrounding residential streets.
Key details:
- CBD boarding point: Nico Smith Street and 33rd Avenue
- Services operate on weekdays only
- No weekend or public holiday service
- Some trips run via East Lynne or Waverley
These routes form one of the core public transport links between Villieria and the Pretoria CBD.
Rietfontein Route 21
The Rietfontein Route 21 provides transport via Steve Biko Hospital and the surrounding suburbs.
Key details:
- CBD boarding point: Meyer Street and 23rd Avenue
- Limited weekday departures
- No Saturday, Sunday or public holiday service
- Some services route via Waverley
The route primarily serves commuters travelling during standard weekday working hours.
Queenswood Route
Queenswood commuters are served by a dedicated route connecting the suburb to the CBD through Steve Biko Road and Pierneef Street.
Key details:
- CBD boarding point: Pierneef Street and 34th Avenue
- Weekday services only
- Limited school-time trips
- No weekend or public holiday service
The route supports weekday commuting, particularly for residents travelling to workplaces and schools in central Pretoria.
Moregloed Route 1
Moregloed is served by Route 1, operating between the suburb and the city centre via Steve Biko Road and Ben Swart Street.
Key details:
- CBD boarding point: Ben Swart Street and 24th Avenue
- Limited weekday departures
- School-time services included
- No weekend or public holiday service
The route offers restricted but regular weekday access to the CBD.
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
For Pretoria Moot residents, City of Tshwane bus services remain a cost-effective weekday transport option, particularly for those commuting into the CBD. However, the lack of weekend and public holiday services limits flexibility for shift workers and residents who rely on public transport outside standard working hours.
The concentration of routes along major corridors such as Steve Biko Road highlights the importance of bus priority lanes in maintaining reliable travel times during peak periods.
Key Limitations to Note
Commuters should be aware of the following constraints:
- Most routes operate on weekdays only
- Weekend and public holiday services are largely unavailable
- Some routes have limited daily departures
- School-time services may not run during holidays
Residents are advised to plan travel carefully around published timetables.
FAQ: City of Tshwane Bus Services in Pretoria Moot
Do City of Tshwane buses operate on weekends?
Most Pretoria Moot routes do not operate on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays.
Where do the buses depart from in the CBD?
All routes depart from Bosman Street or nearby CBD intersections.
Are school-time services available year-round?
No. School-time services operate only during school terms.
Do buses use priority lanes?
Some services use the Steve Biko Road bus priority lane on selected trips.
Where can official timetables be found?
Timetables are issued by the City of Tshwane and updated periodically.
What Happens Next
The City of Tshwane has not announced changes to Pretoria Moot bus routes or timetables at this stage. Transport authorities are expected to continue operating services under the current weekday-focused model.
Any future adjustments to routes, frequencies or operating days would need to be formally communicated by the municipality. Residents are encouraged to monitor official City of Tshwane notices for updates affecting public transport services in northern Pretoria.
