Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Total Garage | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Total Garage | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | Total Garage | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:50 AM SAST.
Get from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Aliwal North and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Aliwal North
- A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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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According to the users, the staff is consistently friendly and efficient. However, it has been noted that tags for bags are no longer provided during bus rides.
Intercape Mainliner Aliwal North Potchefstroom recent customer reviews
It arrived late and it had no air conditioner. The bust was extremely cold
Mandipumle N.
The staff are always friendly and efficient.
Henti C.
The bus drives they don't give us tags for our bags anymore
Joyce F.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom start from $26. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom?
The average bus trip duration from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 276 miles (445 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Aliwal North to Potchefstroom route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom at 9:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $77 for a bus ticket from Aliwal North to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-01.
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