Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 18:22 SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Carletonville
The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Carletonville?
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 Carletonville
- A
Carletonville
30 Kruis St, Fochville, 2515, South Africa - B
Total Garage
Total, 5333 Osmium St, Carletonville, 2499 - C
Caltex Garage
Celtex, 78 Annan Rd, Carletonville, 2499
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bloemfontein to Carletonville
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bloemfontein to Carletonville start from R$137. The average price for this route is around R$221. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
The average bus journey time from Bloemfontein to Carletonville is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Carletonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound South Africa, Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Carletonville at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 02:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
A bus journey from Bloemfontein to Carletonville produces an estimated 8.0771 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
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 Carletonville?
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 Carletonville was searched and found on 17 Jun 2026 with a price of R$157To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Carletonville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R$157 to R$374 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$157, which is on 2026-06-17.
Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.
