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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Total Garage | Cheapest | ||||
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 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
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| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:38 PM SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just ARS 33,473, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Bloemfontein and Potchefstroom
Stops in Bloemfontein
- A
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa - B
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Stops in Potchefstroom
- A
Total Garage
Total Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa - B
Total garage
Total garage, Cnr., N12 and Rocher str., Potchefstroom - C
Potchefstroom
Jennys Quality Foods, 96 Peter Mokaba St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom start from ARS 33,473. The average price for this route is around ARS 48,562. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom is 6h, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Intercity Xpress.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 7.06875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 4405 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of ARS 32,329To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 32,329 to ARS 83,967 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 32,561 which is on 2026-09-05.
Usually Big Sky 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.
