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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | OLIFANTSHOEK - ENGEN GARAGE, 23 VAN RIEBEECK STREET, OLIFANTSHOEK | Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Engen Garage, Van Riebeeck Street | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, Van Riebeeck Street | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, Van Riebeeck Street | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Engen Garage, Van Riebeeck Street | Total Garage | No tags |
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Get from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Olifantshoek and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Olifantshoek
- A
Olifantshoek
Engen Service Station, 23 Van Riebeeck St, Olifantshoek
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 Olifantshoek 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 Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom start from $34. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
The average bus travel time from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 455 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom 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 Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 43907 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $146 for a bus ticket from Olifantshoek to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-02.
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.
