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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Elegant Fuel Kathu | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Fastest | ||||
| 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 |
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Get from Carletonville to Kathu
The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 346, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 346. The average price for this route is around R 779. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carletonville to Kathu?
The average bus journey time from Carletonville to Kathu is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 459 km. The fastest bus gets 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 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Kathu?
The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Kathu at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 20:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Kathu?
A bus trip from Carletonville to Kathu produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Kathu?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 337To 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 R 337 to R 2 587 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 R 729, which is on 2025-12-19.
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