Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Total Garage | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Total Garage | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Total Garage | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 19:39 SAST.
Get from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, 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 Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom
How far is Potchefstroom from Pietermaritzburg by coach?
The journey from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom by coach covers an approximate distance of 284 miles (457 km).
Is there a way to reach Potchefstroom from Pietermaritzburg without flying?
To travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. 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.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £32 to £37 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-23.
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