- Bloemfontein to East London buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Railway Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Railway Station | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | East London (Windmill Mall) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | East London Windmill Park | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | East London (Windmill Mall) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloemfontein to East London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$27 - $132 | Average Duration8h 20m | 12kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$55 - $115 | Average Duration8h 10m | 14kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and East London?
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 East London
- AEast London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
- BIntercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
- C37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
- DWindmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to East London 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 East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to East London start from $27. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 East London?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to East London is 8h 20m, covering a distance of 463 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Milta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to East London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Hope Diamond Transport, Freeway Coaches, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC, Milta Coaches, Atlantic, LL Vaya Africa, Delta Coaches, Citilink, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to East London at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to East London?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to East London generates an estimated 11.56695 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 East London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45780 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to East London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citilink has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $132 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-04-24.
Usually Flexi City Connect 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.
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