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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bloemfontein (Nozulu) | Grahamstown | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:43 AM SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Makhanda
The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Makhanda 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 Makhanda?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Makhanda start from R$117. The average price for this route is around R$138. 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 Makhanda?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Makhanda is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 468 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Makhanda route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, City to City, Milta Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Makhanda?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Makhanda at 10:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Makhanda?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Makhanda generates an estimated 11.68825 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 Makhanda?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is City to City, with an average rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Makhanda?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company City to City has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Makhanda?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is City to City, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Makhanda?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is APM WC, with a cleanliness rating of 3.0 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 Makhanda was searched and found on Oct 12, 2026 with a price of R$114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Makhanda, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R$114 to R$114 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Makhanda based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$114 which is on 2026-10-12.
