How much does a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg cost?

The bus ticket price from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg?

The average travel time between Potchefstroom and Johannesburg is around 1h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 111 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Potchefstroom and Johannesburg?

The number of buses from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg?

When taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg?

Buses travelling between Potchefstroom and Johannesburg leave from Total Garage or Potchefstroom and arrive at O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg , Southgate Shopping Centre, Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station.

Bus Potchefstroom to Johannesburg from US$15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:40	Total Garage	1h 35m	20:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
18:40	Total Garage	1h 35m	20:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
18:40	Total Garage	1h 35m	20:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:00	Potchefstroom - Totalenergies Kampus, 35 Chief Albert Luthuli Dr	2h	14:00	O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) - Bus & Coach Terminal	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
04:30	Total Garage	1h 35m	06:05	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:15	Total Garage	3h 5m	06:20	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
03:15	Total Garage	3h 5m	06:20	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:20	Total Garage	1h 55m	09:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
04:30	Total Garage	1h 35m	06:05	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:00	Total Garage	1h 45m	07:45	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
04:30	Total Garage	1h 35m	06:05	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:35	Total Garage	1h 55m	08:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
04:30	Total Garage	1h 35m	06:05	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:15	Total Garage	3h 5m	06:20	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
03:15	Total Garage	3h 5m	06:20	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg on 8 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
03:15	Total Garage	3h 5m	06:20	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Cheapest
04:05	Total Garage	1h 30m	05:35	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	Fastest
03:15	Total Garage	3h 5m	06:20	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
06:00	Total Garage	2h 15m	08:15	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
07:20	Total Garage	1h 40m	09:00	Park Station, 96 Rissik St.	No tags

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Get from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1h 50mAverage duration

108 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Potchefstroom to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25

Average bus trip duration1h 50m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure03:05

Distance108 km

Latest bus departure18:40

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 496 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers generally appreciate the comfortable seats and commendable driving skills, highlighting a positive travel experience. However, some users noted issues with punctuality and seat availability upon boarding. Despite these concerns, many found the drivers to be friendly and helpful throughout their journey.

Intercape Sleepliner Potchefstroom Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Bus was delayed for over an hour ! Lead to me losing money from other transportation that I had arranged joburg to Mpumalanga!!

Dineo M.

26 September 2025

The bus came 2 hours late . The message communicated was not specific about the details of why the bus was delayed.

Keabetswe B.

22 April 2025

Seats are super comfortable, good driving only thing would improve is cleaniness

Edward C.

15 April 2025

Intercity Xpress

3/510 756 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Users have reported a mix of experiences with the bus service. While some found the buses to be generally decent, there were concerns about cleanliness and organization. Issues such as dirty interiors, delays in schedule, non-functional customer care lines, and ticketing problems were noted by multiple users.

Intercity Xpress Potchefstroom Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus was 1hr late. The customer care line doesn’t work. My ticket number did not appear on the driver’s pick up list.

Nomonde D.

8 May 2025

Bus was dirty inside. Found a stack of banana peels in the front of me on the back seat of another

Jacin S.

30 March 2025

Very pathetic customer service. I waited for the bus for 3 hrs. I wasn't even notified of the delay. Had to make 20 calls and they were not replying. Very disappointed.

Khadija D.

28 March 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52 899 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 2899 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$18

Big Sky Potchefstroom Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Basic bus ride. Bus was late so there is that. And the guy I sat next to was very stinky.

Sean V.

18 April 2025

The bus driver passed our pick up location without stopping, I called bigsky and the mentioned that the driver didn't know he/she was supposed to pick up someone from that pick up point

Kgomotso M.

25 October 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 057 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service, mentioning terrible customer service and time management. Additionally, there were complaints about dirty seats and unhelpful staff who didn't want to handle bags properly.

Greyhound Potchefstroom Johannesburg recent customer reviews

I never got to board the bus because it came 2hours late without any notification from the bus company.

Spacecookie T.

5 November 2024

the bus came an hour late and their response was “life is like that.” the bus was dirty, with trash everywhere. the seats smelt so bad and the driving was completely and utterly dangerous

Enhle M.

29 May 2024

Greyhound did not pitch and no one informed us,thus we waited hours for a bus that wasnt making it's way to us and yet we were charged .I'm very disappointed in their service as a whole.Infact I consider this theft as I paid for a service they didnt deliver nor attend to .Never again will I buy a ticket from this app or Greyhound .Thanks

Bonga D.

26 February 2024

APM WC

2/52 629 reviews

Staff2.6

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

potchmygou

5/510 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Infobus

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Where are the popular stops in Potchefstroom and Johannesburg?

Stops in Potchefstroom

A - Total Garage

B - Potchefstroom

C - Total garage

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Southgate Shopping Centre

C - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

D - Bethrams

E - Eaglecity Kerk Street

F - Kerk Street

Frequently asked questions on the trip Potchefstroom - Johannesburg

How much does a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg cost?
The bus ticket price from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg?
The average travel time between Potchefstroom and Johannesburg is around 1h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 111 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Potchefstroom and Johannesburg?
The number of buses from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg?
When taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg?
Buses travelling between Potchefstroom and Johannesburg leave from Total Garage or Potchefstroom and arrive at O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg , Southgate Shopping Centre, Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station.

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US$15

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US$17

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US$19

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US$18

The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$15

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

You can expect to pay from US$15 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-11-02.

Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.

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