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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Potchefstroom
    Departure location: Potchefstroom - Sasol Garage, Cnr Nelson Mandela and Parys Avenue, Potchefstroom, 2531
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Cape Town
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $21
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Potchefstroom
    Departure location: Potchefstroom - Sasol Garage, Cnr Nelson Mandela and Parys Avenue, Potchefstroom, 2531
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $21
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Potchefstroom
    Departure location: Potchefstroom - Sasol Garage, Cnr Nelson Mandela and Parys Avenue, Potchefstroom, 2531
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $34
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Potchefstroom
    Departure location: Total Garage
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $65
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Potchefstroom
    Departure location: Total Garage
    Arrival time: April 25 at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $62
Bus Potchefstroom to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Bus Potchefstroom to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36
Average bus trip duration17h 30m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure9:20 AM
Distance717 miles (1156 km)
Latest bus departure8:30 PM

Potchefstroom to Cape Town Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures9:20AM - 8:30PM
Minimum Price$25
Average Ticket Price$36
Minimum Trip Duration16h25m
Average Bus Trip Duration17h30m
Distance717 miles (1156 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteIntercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, ilulaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Potchefstroom - Cape Town

The bus is the best choice to get to Cape Town without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The travel time from Potchefstroom to Cape Town is about 17h 30m, but you can get there in as little as 16h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 717 miles (1157 km) that separate the two cities.

About 717 miles (1157 km) separate Potchefstroom and Cape Town.

You can choose from 13 travel times and travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Greyhound South Africa. The number of buses running from Potchefstroom to Cape Town may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Potchefstroom to Cape Town as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 9:20 AM and ending at 8:30 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Potchefstroom to Cape Town leave from Total Garage and arrive at Bellville. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Potchefstroom to Cape Town by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $20.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Potchefstroom to Cape Town is $36. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $20 and $76, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Cape Town, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are District Six Museum, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Robben Island, Simonstown and Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Potchefstroom to Cape Town. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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

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The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Cape Town was searched and found on Apr 25, 2024 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $52 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2024-04-25.

Usually MAINLINER 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 traveling from Potchefstroom to Cape Town.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Potchefstroom to Cape Town, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Potchefstroom to Cape Town.

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

Did you know?

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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