What is the distance between Bloemfontein and Aliwal North?

The distance between Bloemfontein and Aliwal North is approximately 182 km (113 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

Buses departing from Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South in Bloemfontein will take you to Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) in Aliwal North.

Bus Bloemfontein to Aliwal North from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Aliwal North on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 10m	1:45am	Aliwal North - Engen Garage, 103 Somerset Str, Aliwal North	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	1h 45m	1:30am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 55m	11:40am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 35m	10:25pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 55m	2:00am	Aliwal North, Barkly Street, Shell	No tags

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Aliwal North on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:10am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 35m	2:45am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	Cheapest
Bus	11:55pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 20m	2:15am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 35m	3:05am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 55m	11:40am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 35m	3:05am	Aliwal North, Barkly Street, Shell	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:27 AM SAST.

Get from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

182 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,843 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality of the bus service and their overall experience. However, there were some concerns about cleanliness and the air conditioning being too cold during travel.

Intercape Mainliner Bloemfontein Aliwal North recent customer reviews

The bus was 40min late which I didn't really enjoy, however it was warm inside and had a nice journey

Oyekachi O.

May 8, 2025

I am satisfied with the overall service, except for the aircon...was very cold and the bus were not very clean.

Wayden Marais M.

April 5, 2025

First experience first time to use the bus i wad very pleased I lobe yhe fact that 5he bus arrived on time

Yongama G.

March 1, 2024

APM WC

2/52,711 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510,254 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/510,946 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,851 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

Citiliner

3.5/51,904 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,000 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Ramalo

2.5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Flexi City Connect

2/517 reviews

Staff2.3

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.7

Citilink

1.5/55 reviews

Staff5

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Cleanliness2

Wifi0

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Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

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Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Aliwal North?

Stops in Bloemfontein

A - Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South

B - Bloemfontein Tourist Centre

C - Engen Mangaung

Stops in Aliwal North

A - Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North by bus

What is the distance between Bloemfontein and Aliwal North?
The distance between Bloemfontein and Aliwal North is approximately 182 km (113 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
Buses departing from Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South in Bloemfontein will take you to Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) in Aliwal North.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-16

$25

11-17

$26

Today

$26

11-19

$26

11-20

$26

11-21

$26

11-22

$26

11-23

$26

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $61 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually APM WC 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.