Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Total Garage | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Total Garage | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) | Total Garage | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:25 PM SAST.
Get from Durban to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Durban and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Durban
- A
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa - B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa - D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060 - E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa
Stops in Potchefstroom
- ATotal Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
- B
Potchefstroom
Jennys Quality Foods, 96 Peter Mokaba St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa - C
Total garage
Total garage, Cnr., N12 and Rocher str., Potchefstroom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban 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 Durban to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Potchefstroom start from $65. The average price for this route is around $71. 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 Durban to Potchefstroom?
The average bus travel time from Durban to Potchefstroom is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 520 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Potchefstroom route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durban to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Potchefstroom at 5:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Durban to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 13 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 Durban to Potchefstroom?
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 Durban to Potchefstroom?
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 Durban 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 Durban 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 Durban to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $67To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $67 to $107 for a bus ticket from Durban to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-12-04.
