Bus Tickets from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein

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Cheap buses leaving Monday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Richards Bay
    Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Arrival time: May 13 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Richards Bay
    Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Arrival time: May 13 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Richards Bay
    Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Arrival time: May 13 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Richards Bay
    Departure location: Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    Arrival time: May 13 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Sleepliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein

Bus
Average PriceUS$47 - US$59Average Duration22h 30m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$36 - US$60Average Duration14h 30m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the shuttle from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Bloemfontein. The journey takes about 14 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day
14h 30mAverage Duration
US$36Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richards Bay to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$52
Average Bus Trip Duration22h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance570 km
Latest bus departure7:00pm

Richards Bay to Bloemfontein Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richards Bay - Bloemfontein

  1. How long is the trip from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein by bus?

    The typical travel time from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein by bus is around 22h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 13h 45m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

    The distance covered from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein is 569 km (353 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to go from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Bloemfontein from Richards Bay; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$47, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

    The bus fare from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein is approximately US$52.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Richards Bay until 7:00pm and reaching Bloemfontein on the following day.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Richards Bay to Bloemfontein that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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