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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom from various bus operators like Intercape or Big Sky Intercity for the next days.

today
$47
tomorrow
$45
Wednesday
$45
Thursday
$47
Friday
$45
Saturday
$45
Sunday
$45

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      15h 20m
      0
      8:20 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:45 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 15m
    • Big Sky Intercity
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Big Sky Intercity
      Basic
      $17
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      15h 20m
      0
      8:20 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:45 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 15m
    • Big Sky Intercity
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Big Sky Intercity
      Basic
      $17
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      14h 55m
      0
      8:45 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:25 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 35m
    • Intercape
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Intercape
      Economy
      $16
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      14h 55m
      0
      8:45 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:25 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 35m
    • Intercape
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Intercape
      Economy
      $16
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      14h 55m
      0
      8:45 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:25 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 35m
    • Intercape
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Intercape
      Economy
      $16
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      14h 55m
      0
      8:45 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:25 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 35m
    • Intercape
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Intercape
      Economy
      $16
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Intercape 17h 15m 8:50 PM Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Bus Station 2:05 PM Potchefstroom Sasol Garage  Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom via Johannesburg, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Eagle Liner
      14h 55m
      0
      8:45 AM
      Pietermaritzburg
      Burger St. Bus Station
      3:25 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      0
      Eagle Liner
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 6h 35m
    • Intercape
      1h 40m
      0
      10:00 PM
      Johannesburg
      Park Station
      11:40 PM
      Potchefstroom
      Sasol Garage
      0
      Intercape
      Economy
      $16
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom is $43 on 5/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Facts about the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom

Compare all providers like Intercape and Big Sky Intercity that travel 1 times every day by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom starting from $43!

Cheapest Bus $43
Fastest Bus 17h 15m
Earliest Bus 8:50 PM
Latest Bus 8:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 1 Ø
Distance 283.6 miles
Bus Companies Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

Cheapest bus connections from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Potchefstroom: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/26
Monday 04/27
$48
Tuesday 04/28
$45
Wednesday 04/29
$46
Thursday 04/30
$47
Friday 05/01
$45
Saturday 05/02
$45
Sunday 05/03
$46
Monday 05/04
$43
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
$43
Saturday 05/09
$43
Sunday 05/10
$45
Monday 05/11
$45
Tuesday 05/12
$45
Wednesday 05/13
$49
Thursday 05/14
$47
Friday 05/15
$49
Saturday 05/16
$49
Sunday 05/17
$49
Monday 05/18
$52
Tuesday 05/19
$49
Wednesday 05/20
$52
Thursday 05/21
$46
Friday 05/22
$46
Saturday 05/23

How to save money travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom? Or which bus companies serve the route Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom bus

How much does a Pietermaritzburg Potchefstroom bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $43 and takes 17h 15m to reach Potchefstroom. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $43 and $48. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Potchefstroom.

On average, how many connections are available from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom each day?

Every day, the Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom take?

The fastest bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom is offered by Intercape and takes 17h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $47. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom?

The earliest bus arriving in Potchefstroom from Pietermaritzburg starts at 8:50 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom?

The latest bus trip departing from Pietermaritzburg for Potchefstroom starts at 8:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Pietermaritzburg Potchefstroom route?

When traveling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom, passengers can travel with Intercape and Big Sky Intercity. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom?

You can check all the direct connections between Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Pietermaritzburg Potchefstroom bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Pietermaritzburg Potchefstroom bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Pietermaritzburg and Potchefstroom change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Pietermaritzburg to Potchefstroom

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Potchefstroom

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