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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 | Monument Shell | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Paarl - Shell Garage | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Paarl - Shell Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Paarl - Shell Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Monument Shell | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Paarl - Shell Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Paarl - Shell Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Paarl - Shell Garage | No tags |
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Get from Bloemfontein to Paarl
The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just ARS 35,080, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Bloemfontein and Paarl
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 Paarl
- A
Paarl - Shell Garage
Shell Garage, C/O Suid and Hoof Street, Southern Paarl, Paarl, 7624, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Paarl 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 Paarl?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Paarl start from ARS 35,080. The average price for this route is around ARS 82,566. 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 Paarl?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Paarl is 12h, covering a distance of 860 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by Freeway Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Paarl route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Freeway Coaches, Atlantic, APM WC.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Paarl?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Paarl at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Paarl?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Paarl generates an estimated 21.489549999999998 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 Paarl?
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 45784 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Paarl?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Paarl?
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 Paarl?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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 Paarl was searched and found on Aug 1, 2026 with a price of ARS 34,742To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Paarl, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 34,742 to ARS 113,587 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 34,742 which is on 2026-08-01.
Usually Intercape 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.
