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Which bus from Cape Town to Potchefstroom is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cape Town to Potchefstroom. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or APM. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £19
tomorrow
from £16
Tuesday
from £19
Wednesday
from £16
Thursday
from £23
Friday
from £19
Saturday
from £17

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
APM 18h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £20
Big Sky Intercity 18h 20m 10:15 Cape Town Civic Center 04:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £24
Intercape 18h 25m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:25 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £27
Greyhound South Africa 17h 45m 13:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:15 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 16h 35m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £16
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
APM 18h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
Intercape 18h 25m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:25 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £26
Greyhound South Africa 17h 45m 13:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:15 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
Intercity Xpress 16h 35m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
APM 18h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
Intercape 18h 25m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:25 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £26
Intercape 18h 5m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 12:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 16h 35m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £16
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
APM 18h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
Intercape 18h 25m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:25 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £26
Greyhound South Africa 17h 45m 13:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:15 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £30

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £23
City to City 16h 35m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £24
Intercape 18h 25m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:25 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £26
APM 17h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 06:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £27
Greyhound South Africa 17h 45m 13:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:15 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 18h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £23
Intercape 18h 25m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:25 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £27
Intercape 18h 5m 18:30 Cape Town Civic Center 12:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £29
Intercity Xpress 16h 35m 18:00 Cape Town Civic Center 10:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 16h 35m 11:00 Cape Town Civic Center 03:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £17
APM 18h 10m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 07:10 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £19
Intercity Xpress 16h 45m 13:00 Cape Town Civic Center 05:45 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £23
Greyhound South Africa 17h 45m 13:30 Cape Town Civic Center 07:15 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £26
Big Sky Intercity 18h 20m 10:15 Cape Town Civic Center 04:35 Potchefstroom Coach Station  Economy £30

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cape Town and Potchefstroom?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cape Town to Potchefstroom. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily coaches from Cape Town to Potchefstroom. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Cape Town and Potchefstroom.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 27 coaches from Cape Town to Potchefstroom, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cape Town and Potchefstroom, with 6 offers.

All facts for Cape Town to Potchefstroom bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and APM that travel daily 8 times by bus from Cape Town to Potchefstroom in one click. Book your Cape Town to Potchefstroom bus ticket starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 16h 35m
Earliest Coach 10:15
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 1,155.0 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM, Greyhound South Africa, City to City and Big Sky Intercity

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cape Town to Potchefstroom?

Every day, 8 buses from 6 coach companies leave Cape Town for Potchefstroom. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/07/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/07
Tuesday 15/07
Wednesday 16/07
Thursday 17/07
Friday 18/07
Saturday 19/07
Sunday 20/07
£19
Monday 21/07
£16
Tuesday 22/07
£19
Wednesday 23/07
£16
Thursday 24/07
£23
Friday 25/07
£19
Saturday 26/07
£17
Sunday 27/07
£19
Monday 28/07
Tuesday 29/07
£19
Wednesday 30/07
£19
Thursday 31/07
Friday 01/08
£23
Saturday 02/08
Sunday 03/08
£24
Monday 04/08
Tuesday 05/08
£23
Wednesday 06/08
£23
Thursday 07/08
Friday 08/08
£17
Saturday 09/08
Sunday 10/08

The cheapest time to travel from Cape Town to Potchefstroom

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cape Town to Potchefstroom, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cape Town to Potchefstroom. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cape Town to Potchefstroom, with £16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £19.

How to save money travelling from Cape Town to Potchefstroom

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cape Town to Potchefstroom in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cape Town to Potchefstroom, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cape Town to Potchefstroom are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Potchefstroom

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cape Town and Potchefstroom. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cape Town to Potchefstroom

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cape Town to Potchefstroom. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cape Town to Potchefstroom bus

How much does a Cape Town Potchefstroom coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cape Town Potchefstroom bus trip is available from £16 and takes 16h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cape Town to Potchefstroom?

This connection is offered by 6 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £122. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Potchefstroom.

How many connections are available for the Cape Town Potchefstroom route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cape Town to Potchefstroom is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Potchefstroom from Cape Town take?

The quickest coach from Cape Town to Potchefstroom is provided by Intercity Xpress and takes 16h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cape Town to Potchefstroom?

The earliest bus to Potchefstroom departs from Cape Town at 10:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cape Town to Potchefstroom?

The latest bus to Potchefstroom departs from Cape Town at 19:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cape Town Potchefstroom route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cape Town to Potchefstroom can travel with Intercape, Intercity Xpress and APM. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cape Town and Potchefstroom?

You can check all the direct connections between Cape Town and Potchefstroom by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, Intercity Xpress and APM.

What can I take with me on the bus to Potchefstroom from Cape Town?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cape Town Potchefstroom bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cape Town Potchefstroom bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cape Town to Potchefstroom on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cape Town to Potchefstroom

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cape Town and to Potchefstroom

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cape Town and to Potchefstroom. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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