Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | KFC Park Road | Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | ALIWAL NORTH - SHELL GARAGE ORANJE, BARKLY ST, ALIWAL NORTH, 9750 | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:21 AM SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Aliwal North?
Stops in Bloemfontein
- A
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa - B
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Stops in Aliwal North
- A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North start from $27. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 183 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Aliwal North route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Hope Diamond Transport, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Greyhound South Africa, Freeway Coaches, Citiliner, Atlantic, Big Sky, Ramalo, Flexi City Connect, Delta Coaches, ilulaBus, Nombewu Brothers Transport, Citilink, Webber Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
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 Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North was searched and found on Feb 21, 2026 with a price of $26To 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 $26 to $54 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 $28 which is on 2026-02-27.
