Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carltonville - Engen, Fochville Crossing, N12 Convenience Centre, Carltonville | Potchefstroom - Sasol Garage, Cnr Nelson Mandela and Parys Avenue, Potchefstroom, 2531 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Total Garage | No tags |
Get from Carletonville to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carletonville and Potchefstroom?
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 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 Carletonville to Potchefstroom 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 Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carletonville to Potchefstroom start at R 355. The average price for this route is around R 627. 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 Potchefstroom?
The average bus journey time from Carletonville to Potchefstroom is 40m, covering a distance of 47 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Potchefstroom at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Carletonville to Potchefstroom produces an estimated 1 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 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 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Potchefstroom?
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 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 Carletonville 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 Carletonville to Potchefstroom was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 392To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carletonville to Potchefstroom as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 392 to R 1 581 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 392, which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.
