Find cheap bus tickets to Potchefstroom

Explore Potchefstroom by Bus

Potchefstroom, a historic city in the North West Province of South Africa, offers a vibrant mix of culture, education, and scenic beauty. Whether you're a student visiting North-West University, a history buff exploring its colonial past, or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, Potchefstroom has something for everyone.

Busbud provides a convenient and affordable way to reach Potchefstroom from various major cities in the region. Here's a quick guide to bus travel on popular routes:

Johannesburg:

The quickest and most frequent connection to Potchefstroom is from Johannesburg. Enjoy an average trip time of 1 hour and 50 minutes for an affordable price of $20 (USD). With 15 scheduled departures daily between 7:15 AM and 10:00 PM, you can easily find a bus that fits your travel plans.

Pretoria:

Pretoria offers another convenient option, with an average travel time of 3 hours and 20 minutes. The average ticket price remains at $20 (USD), and there are 15 daily departures spread between 5:30 AM and 8:30 PM.

Bloemfontein:

The journey from Bloemfontein takes an average of 5 hours and 35 minutes, with ticket prices averaging $21 (USD). Busbud offers 6 daily departures on this route, with the earliest bus leaving at midnight and the latest departing at 11:55 PM.

Kimberley:

Traveling from Kimberley takes a similar timeframe, averaging 5 hours. The average bus ticket costs $22 (USD), and you can choose from 17 daily departures between 12:30 AM and 11:50 PM.

Welkom: The Welkom to Potchefstroom route is the fastest outside of Johannesburg, with an average trip time of 3 hours and 10 minutes. The average ticket price is $23 (USD), with 4 daily departures spread throughout the day, from 2:20 AM to 5:00 PM.

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