Find coaches from Cape Town to Potchefstroom

Next departures

Next departures from Cape Town to Potchefstroom on 19 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity Xpress
Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, PotchefstroomCheapest
Intercity Xpress
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, PotchefstroomFastest
Intercape Sleepliner
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Total GarageNo tags
Greyhound
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Total GarageNo tags
Intercity Xpress
Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, PotchefstroomNo tags

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Bus Cape Town to Potchefstroom: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46
Average bus trip duration17h 35m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure10:15
Distance718 miles
Latest bus departure19:15

Cape Town to Potchefstroom Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cape Town - Potchefstroom

  1. How far is Potchefstroom from Cape Town by coach?

    The journey from Cape Town to Potchefstroom by coach covers an approximate distance of 717 miles (1157 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cape Town to Potchefstroom without flying?

    To travel from Cape Town to Potchefstroom without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

Best price found
16/09
US$31
17/09
US$21
Today
US$21
19/09
US$27
20/09
US$27
21/09
US$21
22/09
US$24
23/09
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Potchefstroom was searched and found on 21 Sept 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$68 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-09-21.

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.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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 travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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