How far is Potchefstroom from Bloemfontein?

Potchefstroom and Bloemfontein are 175 miles (282 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein leave from Total Garage and arrive at Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Fastest

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Total Garage	4h 55m	10:10pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Total Garage	5h 25m	7:40pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Total Garage	4h 55m	10:10pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Total Garage	5h 25m	7:40pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Total Garage	4h 55m	10:10pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Total Garage	5h 25m	7:40pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Total Garage	4h 55m	10:10pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Total Garage	5h 25m	7:40pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Total Garage	4h 55m	10:10pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Total Garage	5h 25m	7:40pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Next departures for Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Total Garage	8h 50m	8:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	5:15pm	Total Garage	4h 55m	10:10pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Total Garage	5h 25m	7:40pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Total Garage	8h 20m	7:10pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:57 PM SAST.

Get from Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

176 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Potchefstroom and Bloemfontein?

Stops in Potchefstroom

A
Total Garage
Total Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
Visit page
B
Potchefstroom
Jennys Quality Foods, 96 Peter Mokaba St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa
C
Total garage
Total garage, Cnr., N12 and Rocher str., Potchefstroom

Stops in Bloemfontein

A
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Visit page
B
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
60 Park Rd, Willows, Tourist Centre, Park Road (next to Municipal Swimming Pool)
C
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,902 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with InterCape, highlighting the friendly and professional staff. The bus service is praised for punctuality, safety, and convenience. However, some users noted discomfort due to insufficient air conditioning during trips. Overall satisfaction remains high despite minor concerns about temperature control on board.

Intercape Mainliner Potchefstroom Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

As it got darker the aircon made it extremely hot in the bus, we could see it on the windows ad we couldn't get out because we were not supposed to take a break. We had to sit in that extreme heat the whole time probably for hours. A pregnant person can not take that much heat because they would almost faint. The rules are a bit unclear as to can pregnant women throw up in the bathroom or ot since it's only for peeing. Also being pregnant and being made to sit at the seats above is not nice at all because the toilet is downstairs for emergency cases like the extreme heat of last night.

Patience M.

June 13, 2025

I didn't enjoy anything about it,children were making a noise and the bus took almost 2 hours just to get to a place 15 minutes away

Jaden G.

June 7, 2025

The trip was nice and comfortable. Punctuality was on point. The only thing that was not nice was how hot the bus was. Aircon was not switched on frequently enough to cool us down. Other than that, all was well

Tshediso B.

June 5, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,012 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,137 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9137 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 $22

Greyhound Potchefstroom Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

Clean bus, on time, perfect temperature control, efficient and professional service added to a pleasant trip.

Am H.

August 31, 2024

The trip went well but the fact that the bus only arrived an hour and a half later than the departure time was just ridiculous.

Anica S.

October 11, 2023

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein by bus

How far is Potchefstroom from Bloemfontein?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$17

11/20

$21

Today

$18

11/22

$18

11/23

$18

11/24

$18

11/25

$18

11/26

$18

The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $53 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Intercape, 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.