Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting punctuality, comfort, and friendly staff. Many appreciated the timely departures and arrivals, as well as the overall safety and warmth of the journey. However, some users noted concerns about the condition of the buses, with mentions of broken chairs and cleanliness issues.
The bus service provided a safe journey, as noted by users. However, there were some concerns about punctuality with delays experienced during the trip and an unusual situation involving unpleasant odors due to passengers' actions. Despite these challenges, safety was maintained throughout the travel experience.
Bus was delayed at station (supposed to leave 18h45 left aroud 19h30)
Driver/s never informed us about our stop
Name was not on passenger list when boarding
Bags were not weight. No way to identify your bag. No stickers for bags
2 out of 5 stars
Owen B.
The trip was quick and safe.
The only complain I have is that the bus was smelling very bad like armpits.
4 out of 5 stars
Brenda D.
Christmas eve and the bus was more than 30 min late and then took another 30 minutes before it departs.
Based on 3024 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Big Sky Johannesburg Potchefstroom recent customer reviews
Based on 9142 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $24
Based on 2726 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. potchmygou ticket prices on this trip start at $26
Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $33
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom by bus
How far is Johannesburg from Potchefstroom?
The distance covered from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom is 111 km (69 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at O. R Tambo Airport Johannesburg, in Johannesburg, and end it at Total Garage, in Potchefstroom.
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$25
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$25
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$24
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$24
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The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $24
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $94 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa 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 Johannesburg to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $24
