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Today17 Jul
from US$69
Tomorrow18 Jul
from US$74
Sat19 Jul
from US$101
Sun20 Jul
from US$89
Mon21 Jul
Tue22 Jul
from US$49
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 18 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Potchefstroom
    Destination location: Total Garage
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 18 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Potchefstroom
    Destination location: Total Garage
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Potchefstroom
    Destination location: Total Garage
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 19 July at
    Destination city: Potchefstroom
    Destination location: Total Garage
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$58
Average bus trip duration17h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure19:50
Distance282 miles

Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Potchefstroom

  1. How far is Potchefstroom from Pietermaritzburg by coach?

    The journey from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom by coach covers an approximate distance of 284 miles (457 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Potchefstroom from Pietermaritzburg without flying?

    To travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
15/07
US$88
16/07
US$83
Today
US$67
18/07
US$72
19/07
US$98
20/07
US$87
21/07
US$62
22/07
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom was searched and found on 22 Jul 2025 with a price of US$47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$105 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-07-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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