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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Bus | Total Garage | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags |
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Get from Potchefstroom to Carletonville
The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 363, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Potchefstroom and Carletonville?
Stops in Potchefstroom
- ATotal Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
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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 from Potchefstroom to Carletonville by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Carletonville start at R 363. The average price for this route is around R 549. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
The average bus journey time from Potchefstroom to Carletonville is 40m, covering a distance of 47 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 25m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Potchefstroom to Carletonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
The earliest bus departs from Potchefstroom to Carletonville at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 18:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
A bus trip from Potchefstroom to Carletonville produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
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 Potchefstroom to Carletonville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Carletonville was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 343To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Carletonville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 343 to R 683 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 343, which is on 2026-01-20.
