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.
Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.
Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $26
APMWC Paarl Potchefstroom recent customer reviews
The delay was too much when we had to stop for new people the drivers took a long time for us to leave again, they ended up apologising for the delay though
Also they put on the aircorn throughout the night when we asked him to please switch it off he first resisted
Based on 9432 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $33
there was no toilet paper, the door wasn't closed properly and when we arrived there was no seating place
1 out of 5 stars
Abigail V.
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.
Based on 3438 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $41
Based on 825 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at $31
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paarl to Potchefstroom by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Paarl to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Potchefstroom start from $26. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Paarl to Potchefstroom?
The average bus trip duration from Paarl to Potchefstroom is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 688 miles (1109 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Potchefstroom route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paarl to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Potchefstroom at 1:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Paarl to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Paarl to Potchefstroom?
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 Paarl to Potchefstroom?
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 has the most timely service from Paarl to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Paarl 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 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
01/20
$26
01/21
$26
Today
$24
01/23
$25
01/24
$25
01/25
$24
01/26
$26
01/27
$25
The cheapest trip from Paarl to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $24
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 $24 to $52 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 $24 which is on 2026-01-25.
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.
The cheapest trip from Paarl to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $24
