What is the cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom?

The cheapest way to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom is to car train which costs R 100 - R 110 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom?

The fastest way to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs R 100 - R 600.

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Potchefstroom?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Park Station station and arriving at Parys Ave. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Johannesburg and Potchefstroom?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Park Station station and arriving at Potchefstroom. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom?

The distance between Johannesburg and Potchefstroom is 126 km. The road distance is 117.6 km.

How do I travel from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom without a car?

The best way to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs R 100 - R 600.

How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom?

The bus from Park Station to Parys Ave takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Potchefstroom bus from?

Johannesburg to Potchefstroom bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Park Station.

Where do I catch the Johannesburg to Potchefstroom train from?

Johannesburg to Potchefstroom train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Park Station.

Where does the Johannesburg to Potchefstroom bus arrive?

Johannesburg to Potchefstroom bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Parys Ave station.

Where does the Johannesburg to Potchefstroom train arrive?

Johannesburg to Potchefstroom train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, arrive at Potchefstroom station.

Can I drive from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom?

Yes, the driving distance between Johannesburg to Potchefstroom is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom.

Where can I stay near Potchefstroom?

There are 145+ hotels available in Potchefstroom.

Johannesburg to Potchefstroom - 4 ways to travel via bus, car train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Johannesburg to Potchefstroom by bus (Greyhound), car train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Park Station to Parys Avebus
1h 20m
R 100–600
Car train
1. Take the cartrain from Park Station to Potchefstroomcartrain
6h 25m
R 100–110
Drive 117.6 km
1. Drive from Johannesburg to Potchefstroomcar 117.6 km
1h 32m
R 267–386
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Johannesburg to Potchefstroomtaxi 117.6 km
1h 32m
R 1,900–2,300

Johannesburg to Potchefstroom by bus

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Johannesburg, South Africa and Potchefstroom, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Park Station to Parys Ave twice daily. Tickets cost R 100–230 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Greyhound ZA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Shosholoza Meyl operates a vehicle from Park Station to Potchefstroom once a week. Tickets cost R 100–110 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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