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Potchefstroom travel guide

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With a population of 123,669, Potchefstroom is a must-see destination in North-West, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Potchefstroom to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Potchefstroom

Potchefstroom in May
Estimated hotel price
£9
1 night at 3-star hotel
Potchefstroom in May
Estimated hotel price
£9
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Potchefstroom in January, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Potchefstroom, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Potchefstroom

Plane

Although Potchefstroom doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA), which is located 119 km from Potchefstroom.

Car

Another option to get to Potchefstroom is to pick up a car hire from Johannesburg, which is about 110 km from Potchefstroom. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and Woodford, among others, in Johannesburg.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Potchefstroom, including City to City, Eagle Liner and APM. From Pietermaritzburg, the bus ride to Potchefstroom takes 354 km and will cost you around £18. From Bloemfontein, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 491 km.

Plane

Although Potchefstroom doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA), which is located 119 km from Potchefstroom.

Car

Another option to get to Potchefstroom is to pick up a car hire from Johannesburg, which is about 110 km from Potchefstroom. You’ll find branches of CarWiz and Woodford, among others, in Johannesburg.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Potchefstroom, including City to City, Eagle Liner and APM. From Pietermaritzburg, the bus ride to Potchefstroom takes 354 km and will cost you around £18. From Bloemfontein, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 491 km.

Airports near Potchefstroom

NTYSun City Resort Pilansberg
HLAJohannesburg Lanseria
JNBJohannesburg OR Tambo

Airlines serving Potchefstroom

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United Airlines
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Brussels Airlines
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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Etihad Airways
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Singapore Airlines
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Cathay Pacific
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Hiring a car in Potchefstroom

Expect to pay £0.90 per litre in Potchefstroom (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.69 and £14.25. The most frequently booked car type in Potchefstroom is Full-size (Toyota Fortuner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Kwid or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £0.90 per litre in Potchefstroom (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.69 and £14.25. The most frequently booked car type in Potchefstroom is Full-size (Toyota Fortuner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Kwid or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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