How much is the bus ticket from Polokwane to Tzaneen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Polokwane to Tzaneen start from $26. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Polokwane to Tzaneen?

The average bus travel time from Polokwane to Tzaneen is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Polokwane to Tzaneen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Polokwane to Tzaneen?

The earliest bus departs from Polokwane to Tzaneen at 2:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Polokwane to Tzaneen?

A bus trip from Polokwane to Tzaneen generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Polokwane to Tzaneen from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Polokwane to Tzaneen on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags

Next departures for Polokwane to Tzaneen on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Polokwane - Savannah Mall (opposite Total Garage)	2h 30m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags

Next departures for Polokwane to Tzaneen on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags

Next departures for Polokwane to Tzaneen on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags

Next departures for Polokwane to Tzaneen on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Polokwane - Mall Of The North	2h 15m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	Polokwane - City Square, Thabo Mbeki Street	2h 45m	5:05pm	Tzaneen - Sasol Garage, Tzaneen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:56 PM SAST.

Get from Polokwane to Tzaneen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

71 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,109 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 44109 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $26

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Polokwane to Tzaneen 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 Polokwane to Tzaneen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Polokwane to Tzaneen start from $26. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Polokwane to Tzaneen?
The average bus travel time from Polokwane to Tzaneen is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Polokwane to Tzaneen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Polokwane to Tzaneen?
The earliest bus departs from Polokwane to Tzaneen at 2:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Polokwane to Tzaneen?
A bus trip from Polokwane to Tzaneen generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-27

$25

11-28

$38

Today

$38

11-30

$33

12-01

$29

12-02

$45

12-03

$29

12-04

$29

The cheapest trip from Polokwane to Tzaneen was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $64 for a bus ticket from Polokwane to Tzaneen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-01.