- Cape Town to Bloemfontein buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Cape Town Station | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | CheapestFastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Bloemfontein
The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Bloemfontein?
Stops in Cape Town
- A8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
- B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
- D
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Bellville - Oakdale
Caltex Garage,, 140 Durban Road,, Oakdale,, Bellville ,, Cape Town
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein 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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Bloemfontein start from $31. The average price for this route is around $67. 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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
The average bus travel time from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 910 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Travel RSA.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Atlantic, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, APM WC, MB Transport, Freeway Coaches, Hope Diamond Transport, Travel RSA, Nabil Transport.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Bloemfontein at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 23 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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Nabil Transport, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Hope Diamond Transport, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $155 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-02-10.
Usually APM WC, Big Sky, 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.
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