- Kathu to Potchefstroom buses
Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | Elegant Fuel Kathu | Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom | CheapestFastest | |||||
![]() | Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Total Garage | No tags |
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Get from Kathu to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kathu and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
Stops in Potchefstroom
- ATotal Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
- B
Potchefstroom
Jennys Quality Foods, 96 Peter Mokaba St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa - C
Total garage
Total garage, Cnr., N12 and Rocher str., Potchefstroom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Kathu to Potchefstroom
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest coach tickets from Kathu to Potchefstroom start from £18. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
The average bus journey time from Kathu to Potchefstroom is 7h, covering a distance of 258 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Kathu to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Kathu to Potchefstroom at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
A bus journey from Kathu to Potchefstroom produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kathu to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kathu to Potchefstroom as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £65 for a bus ticket from Kathu to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-02.
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.









