Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carltonville - Engen, Fochville Crossing, N12 Convenience Centre, Carltonville | KATHU - CNR N8 AND FRIKKIE MEYER STREET, KATHU | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carltonville - Engen, Fochville Crossing, N12 Convenience Centre, Carltonville | KATHU - CNR N8 AND FRIKKIE MEYER STREET, KATHU | No tags |
Get from Carletonville to Kathu
The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carletonville and Kathu?
Stops in Carletonville
- A
Carletonville
30 Kruis St, Fochville, 2515, South Africa - B
Total Garage
Total, 5333 Osmium St, Carletonville, 2499 - C
Caltex Garage
Celtex, 78 Annan Rd, Carletonville, 2499
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carletonville to Kathu 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 Carletonville to Kathu?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carletonville to Kathu start from $29. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Carletonville to Kathu?
The average bus travel time from Carletonville to Kathu is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 459 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Kathu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Carletonville to Kathu?
The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Kathu at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Kathu?
A bus trip from Carletonville to Kathu generates an estimated 11 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 Carletonville to Kathu?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Kathu?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Carletonville to Kathu?
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 Carletonville to Kathu?
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 Carletonville to Kathu was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carletonville to Kathu, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $150 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Intercape 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.
