Find coaches from Potchefstroom to Kathu

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Next departures from Potchefstroom to Kathu on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity Xpress
Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom
Elegant Fuel KathuCheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Total Garage
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)Fastest
Intercape Mainliner
Total Garage
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)No tags
Big Sky
Total Garage
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Total Garage
Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)No tags

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Get from Potchefstroom to Kathu

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The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
6h 10mAverage duration
415 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Potchefstroom to Kathu: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$35
Average bus trip duration6h 10m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure09:10
Distance415 km
Latest bus departure22:55

Potchefstroom to Kathu Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Potchefstroom to Kathu, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Potchefstroom - Kathu

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Kathu cost?

    The bus ticket price from Potchefstroom to Kathu starts at US$21. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Kathu is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Potchefstroom to Kathu?

    The average travel time between Potchefstroom and Kathu is around 6h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 416 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Potchefstroom and Kathu?

    The number of buses from Potchefstroom to Kathu can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Potchefstroom to Kathu by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Potchefstroom to Kathu?

    When taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Kathu, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Kathu?

    Buses travelling between Potchefstroom and Kathu leave from Total Garage or Potchefstroom and arrive at Kathu Shell Kathu.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$23
29/10
US$24
Today
US$18
31/10
US$23
01/11
No data
02/11
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03/11
US$19
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Kathu was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-11-03.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Potchefstroom to Kathu.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 Potchefstroom to Kathu.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Potchefstroom to Kathu that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Potchefstroom to Kathu while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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