Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | KURUMAN - ENGEN GARAGE, MAIN STREET, KURUMAN | Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Astro Energy, Leach Petrol, Hoof Street (Kuruman) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Kuruman - Engen Garage, Corner of Main Road and Melville Street | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Astro Energy, Leach Petrol, Hoof Street (Kuruman) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kuruman - Engen Garage, Corner of Main Road and Melville Street | Total Garage | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:48 PM SAST.
Get from Kuruman to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kuruman and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Kuruman
- A
Kalahari Tourist Office Kuruman
Kalahari Tourist Office, Main Street, Kuruman, Northern Cape, 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 Kuruman 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 Kuruman to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kuruman to Potchefstroom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Kuruman to Potchefstroom?
The average bus travel time from Kuruman to Potchefstroom is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 376 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 35m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Kuruman to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kuruman to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Kuruman to Potchefstroom at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kuruman to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Kuruman to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 9 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 Kuruman 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 Kuruman 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 Kuruman 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 Kuruman 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 Kuruman to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kuruman to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $101 for a bus ticket from Kuruman to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
