How far is Potchefstroom from Paarl by coach?

The journey from Paarl to Potchefstroom by coach covers an approximate distance of 685 miles (1105 km).

Is there a way to reach Potchefstroom from Paarl without flying?

To travel from Paarl to Potchefstroom without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Paarl to Potchefstroom from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paarl to Potchefstroom on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:40	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 30m	07:10	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	15h 30m	10:35	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	Fastest
Bus	13:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 50m	05:55	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	14:40	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 35m	07:15	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	14:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	15h 45m	05:45	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	No tags
Bus	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 55m	12:45	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 55m	12:45	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 55m	12:45	Total Garage	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Potchefstroom on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:40	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 30m	07:10	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	15h 30m	10:35	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	Fastest
Bus	13:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 50m	05:55	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	14:40	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 35m	07:15	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	14:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	15h 45m	05:45	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	No tags
Bus	13:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 50m	05:55	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	13:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 50m	05:55	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	16h 55m	12:45	Total Garage	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:57 SAST.

Get from Paarl to Potchefstroom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

16h 35mAverage duration

688 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,725 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to customer reviews, the staff could be more helpful and apologize for being late. On a positive note, many customers praise the excellent drivers and their punctuality.

Intercape Sleepliner Paarl Potchefstroom recent customer reviews

My daughter's bus was late and when it arrives there was all sorts off confusion leaving a lot of passengers stranded in the rain.

Marshall L.

8 July 2024

Staff could be more helpful and apologize for being late

Marcelle P.

16 June 2022

Excellent drivers and on time, wow!!

Delmarie E.

27 March 2022

Intercity Xpress

3/510,893 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52,695 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,110 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 9110 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at £25

Greyhound Paarl Potchefstroom recent customer reviews

there was no toilet paper, the door wasn't closed properly and when we arrived there was no seating place

Abigail V.

7 January 2025

The staff was very helpful and nice, the bus was clean and hygenic. My only problem was that the bus was late to pick us up and almost 3 hours late to drop as off at ouer destination.

Carla V.

20 April 2022

Big Sky

3.5/52,960 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

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Where are the popular stops in Paarl and Potchefstroom?

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Stops in Potchefstroom

A - Total Garage

B - Potchefstroom

C - Total garage

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Paarl to Potchefstroom

How far is Potchefstroom from Paarl by coach?
The journey from Paarl to Potchefstroom by coach covers an approximate distance of 685 miles (1105 km).
Is there a way to reach Potchefstroom from Paarl without flying?
To travel from Paarl to Potchefstroom without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£19

12/11

£19

Today

£21

14/11

£21

15/11

No data

16/11

No data

17/11

£25

18/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Paarl to Potchefstroom was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £48 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-11-14.

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.