How much is the bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

The cheapest coach tickets from Potchefstroom to Hopetown start from £18. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

The average bus journey time from Potchefstroom to Hopetown is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 271 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 55m and is operated by ilulaBus .

Which bus companies service the Potchefstroom to Hopetown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa , APM WC , Big Sky , ilulaBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

The earliest bus departs from Potchefstroom to Hopetown at 12:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

A bus journey from Potchefstroom to Hopetown produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

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 3015 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

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 Potchefstroom to Hopetown?

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.

Bus Potchefstroom to Hopetown from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Potchefstroom to Hopetown on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:05	Potchefstroom - Total Garage, N12 Highway and Rocher Street	7h 55m	03:00	Hope Town - Caltex Garage, N12 Highway, Hope Town	Cheapest
Bus	12:50	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	6h 10m	19:00	Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Total Garage	7h 30m	21:30	Quest Garage, 2 Wiid Street	No tags
Bus	15:00	Total Garage	7h 25m	22:25	Total Garage	No tags
Bus	19:45	Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom	6h 45m	02:30	Hopetown - Oranjerus Motors, N12	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:22 SAST.

Get from Potchefstroom to Hopetown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

7h 25mAverage duration

271 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,269 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Intercity Xpress

3/511,121 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Customers are generally satisfied with the service, except for the issue of USB ports not working on intercity buses. Additionally, some customers have mentioned that although the trip was comfortable, there is a noticeable smell of urine on the bus.

Intercity Xpress Potchefstroom Hopetown recent customer reviews

Overall satisfied, except for usb ports not working, which seems to be an overall problem on intercity busses

Cassie K.

11 April 2023

the trip was comfortable, but the bus smells like pee

Kobie V.

27 March 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

APM WC

2/52,781 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,104 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, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Potchefstroom to Hopetown

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
The cheapest coach tickets from Potchefstroom to Hopetown start from £18. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
The average bus journey time from Potchefstroom to Hopetown is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 271 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 55m and is operated by ilulaBus.
Which bus companies service the Potchefstroom to Hopetown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Big Sky, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
The earliest bus departs from Potchefstroom to Hopetown at 12:50. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
A bus journey from Potchefstroom to Hopetown produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
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 3015 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
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 Potchefstroom to Hopetown?
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.

Best price found

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03/12

£21

Today

£19

05/12

£30

06/12

£18

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The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Hopetown was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £68 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Hopetown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually 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.