How much is the bus ticket from East London to Potchefstroom?

The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Potchefstroom start from $35. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 East London to Potchefstroom?

The average bus trip duration from East London to Potchefstroom is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the East London 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 East London to Potchefstroom?

The earliest bus departs from East London to Potchefstroom at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Potchefstroom?

A bus trip from East London to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus East London to Potchefstroom from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Potchefstroom on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	16h 45m	7:15am	Total Garage	Cheapest
Bus	2:45pm	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	16h 30m	7:15am	Total Garage	Fastest
Bus	2:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	16h 45m	7:15am	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	16h 45m	7:15am	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	16h 30m	7:15am	Total Garage	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Potchefstroom

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Potchefstroom. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

16h 30mAverage Duration

438 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $56	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$45 - $87	Average Duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in East London and Potchefstroom?

Stops in East London

A
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Stops in Potchefstroom

A
Total Garage
Total Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
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B
Potchefstroom
Jennys Quality Foods, 96 Peter Mokaba St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa
C
Total garage
Total garage, Cnr., N12 and Rocher str., Potchefstroom

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,510 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers reported waiting over an hour at Kingsway for the bus, which is a common issue mentioned in multiple reviews. On a positive note, customers appreciate the comfort and good staff service provided by the company.

Intercape Mainliner East London Potchefstroom recent customer reviews

We waited more than 1hour at Kingsway waiting for a bus to take us to our destination

Tshepo K.

October 17, 2023

There was a leak in the bus so I was wet it was a horrible trip for me

Sinazo N.

November 11, 2025

Enjoyable. Driver kept us up to date with what was going on

Hazel M.

October 21, 2025

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from East London 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 East London to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Potchefstroom start from $35. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 East London to Potchefstroom?
The average bus trip duration from East London to Potchefstroom is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 438 miles (706 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the East London 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 East London to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Potchefstroom at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from East London to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 18 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.

Best price found

12/13

No data

12/14

$43

Today

$38

12/16

$32

12/17

$31

12/18

No data

12/19

$32

12/20

$31

The cheapest trip from East London to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $52 for a bus ticket from East London to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-17.