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

The cheapest way to get from Kimberley to Potchefstroom is to car train which costs R 190 - R 210 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kimberley to Potchefstroom is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 53m and costs R 3 900 - R 7 000.

Is there a direct bus between Kimberley and Potchefstroom?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Long St and arriving at Parys Ave. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kimberley and Potchefstroom?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kimberley and arriving at Potchefstroom. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Kimberley to Potchefstroom?

The distance between Kimberley and Potchefstroom is 598 km. The road distance is 357.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kimberley to Potchefstroom without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs R 300 - R 350.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Kimberley to Potchefstroom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kimberley to Potchefstroom bus from?

Kimberley to Potchefstroom bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Long St station.

Where do I catch the Kimberley to Potchefstroom train from?

Kimberley to Potchefstroom train services, operated by Shosholoza Meyl, depart from Kimberley station.

Where does the Kimberley to Potchefstroom bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kimberley to Potchefstroom train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kimberley to Potchefstroom?

Yes, the driving distance between Kimberley to Potchefstroom is 357 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Kimberley to Potchefstroom.

Where can I stay near Potchefstroom?

There are 145+ hotels available in Potchefstroom.

Kimberley to Potchefstroom - 5 ways to travel via plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kimberley to Potchefstroom by plane, taxi, bus, car train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Kimberley (KIM) to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB)plane KIM - JNB
2. Take the taxi from Johannesburg-Airport-JNB to Potchefstroomtaxi
2h 53m
R 3,963–6,675
Car train
cheapest
1. Take the car train from Kimberley to Potchefstroomcartrain
8h 45m
R 190–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Long St to Parys Avebus
5h 5m
R 300–350
Drive 357.4 km
1. Drive from Kimberley to Potchefstroomcar 357.4 km
3h 41m
R 808–1,167
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Kimberley to Klerksdorpcar
2. Take the car train from Klerksdorp to Potchefstroomcartrain
4h 29m
R 773–1,091

Kimberley to Potchefstroom by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

R 300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 597.7 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Long St to Parys Ave twice daily. Tickets cost R 300–350 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, Shosholoza Meyl operates a vehicle from Kimberley to Potchefstroom once a week. Tickets cost R 190–210 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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