Next bus departures
| 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) | UPINGTON - KGALAGADI PICK N PAY CENTRE, CNR HILL AND LE ROUX STREET, UPINGTON | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Upington Office (11b Schroder Street) - Upington Office 11b Schroder Street, Upington. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | No tags |
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Get from Carletonville to Upington
The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 413, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carletonville and Upington?
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 Upington
- A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa - B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carletonville to Upington 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 Upington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carletonville to Upington start at R 413. The average price for this route is around R 835. 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 Upington?
The average bus journey time from Carletonville to Upington is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 655 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Upington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Upington?
The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Upington at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 20:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Upington?
A bus trip from Carletonville to Upington produces an estimated 16 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 Upington?
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 44309 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Upington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Carletonville to Upington?
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 Carletonville to Upington?
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 Carletonville to Upington was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 379To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carletonville to Upington as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 379 to R 2 563 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 379, which is on 2025-12-15.
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.
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