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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1) | Total Garage | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Big Bird Engen N1 South | Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand | Total Garage | No tags |
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Get from Midrand to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Midrand and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Midrand
- AN1 Bridge, New Rd, Midridge Park, Midrand, 1685, South Africa
- B
Midrand - Shell Ultra
Engine Big Bird N1 South, Midrand, 2093, South Africa
Stops in Potchefstroom
- ATotal Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
- B
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 Midrand 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 Midrand to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Midrand to Potchefstroom start from $29. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Midrand to Potchefstroom?
The average bus travel time from Midrand to Potchefstroom is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 129 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Midrand to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Midrand to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Midrand to Potchefstroom at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Midrand to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Midrand to Potchefstroom generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Midrand to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Midrand to Potchefstroom?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Midrand to Potchefstroom?
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 Midrand 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 4.2 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 Midrand to Potchefstroom was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Midrand to Potchefstroom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $131 for a bus ticket from Midrand to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-10.
Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.
