How far is Beaufort West from Potchefstroom by coach?

The journey from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West by coach covers an approximate distance of 475 miles (766 km).

What is the best way to go from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West without flying?

To travel from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Potchefstroom to Beaufort West from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	10h 35m	01:20	Beaufort West - Total Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	15:00	Total Garage	11h 25m	02:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	19:45	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	11h 5m	06:50	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	10h 35m	01:20	Beaufort West - Total Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	15:00	Total Garage	11h 25m	02:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	11h 35m	00:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	10h 35m	01:20	Beaufort West - Total Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	15:00	Total Garage	11h 25m	02:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	11h 35m	00:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	10h 35m	01:20	Beaufort West - Total Garage	CheapestFastest
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags
Bus	15:00	Total Garage	11h 25m	02:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	11h 35m	00:25	Beaufort West (Engen Swartberg 1 Stop, Rice Street)	No tags
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	12h 5m	02:05	Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 20:19 SAST.

Get from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

475 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,822 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43822 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £34

Intercape Sleepliner Potchefstroom Beaufort West recent customer reviews

Very good

Tshegofatso S.

2 April 2024

Very comfortable

Michelle V.

25 March 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/510,939 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,125 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Customers have expressed positive feedback regarding the spacious and comfortable seating on Greyhound buses. However, there have been complaints about cockroaches on board and significant delays of over two hours.

Greyhound Potchefstroom Beaufort West recent customer reviews

We enjoyed the big seating space, very comfortable. Big problem was the cockroaches. Greyhound needs a good fumigation on their busses. Also the bus was more than two hours late

Ursula C.

1 May 2023

although the trip was long,it was nice

Nomhle N.

17 November 2022

APM WC

2/52,709 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/52,990 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Potchefstroom and Beaufort West?

Stops in Potchefstroom

A - Total Garage

B - Potchefstroom

C - Total garage

Stops in Beaufort West

A - Beaufort West - Engen Garage, Donkin Street (Swartberg N1 Stop)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West

How far is Beaufort West from Potchefstroom by coach?
The journey from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West by coach covers an approximate distance of 475 miles (766 km).
What is the best way to go from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West without flying?
To travel from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/11

£19

16/11

£26

Today

£19

18/11

£21

19/11

£21

20/11

£19

21/11

£29

22/11

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The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £50 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Beaufort West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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.