According to user feedback, the staff was professional and friendly during their travels. However, there were concerns about the toilet facilities on board, including an unpleasant odor noticeable in certain areas of the bus and a lack of toilet paper. Additionally, some users reported issues with a clogged wash basin.
Staff were very professional and friendly.
The toilet had a bad odour and one can smell it in the back of the couch. No toilet paper available. The wash basin was clogged.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Stella V.
The bus drivers are very unprofessional, has no way of speaking to it's client's they are very rude and inpatient.
Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.
Did not get at destination on time ,there were alot of technical difficulties with the bus and there were no clear communication
1.0 out of 5 stars
Frensheline K.
No contact in times of crisis like bus left me at garage at katu I tried calling no pickup
1.0 out of 5 stars
Chabedi M.
The bus had a break down just before we left Upington, the communication from the help centre was really poor. Not update on the progress. I ended up going back to Upington as I had already missed Christmas with my family. The passengers only got a bus that came from Joburg the next morning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Upington 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 Upington to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Upington to Potchefstroom start from $27. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Upington to Potchefstroom?
The average bus trip duration from Upington to Potchefstroom is 10h, covering a distance of 379 miles (611 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Upington to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Upington to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Upington to Potchefstroom at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Upington to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Upington to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 15.252099999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Upington to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 49457 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Upington to Potchefstroom?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Upington to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Upington to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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$26
08/12
$28
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$26
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$26
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$39
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$29
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The cheapest trip from Upington to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Aug 11, 2026 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 Upington to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $53 for a bus ticket from Upington to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-08-14.
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.
The cheapest trip from Upington to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Aug 11, 2026 with a price of $26
