Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Struwig Motors | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Astron Energy Cradock | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Astron Energy Cradock | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Astron Energy Cradock | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:33 SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Cradock
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just PLN 74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Cradock?
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 Cradock
- A
Cradock - Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors)
Total Garage, Voortrekker Street (Struwig Motors), Cradock, 5880, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bloemfontein to Cradock
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 Cradock?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bloemfontein to Cradock start from PLN 74. The average price for this route is around PLN 152. 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 Cradock?
The average bus journey time from Bloemfontein to Cradock is 6h, covering a distance of 344 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Cradock route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Cradock?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Cradock at 23:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Cradock?
A bus journey from Bloemfontein to Cradock produces an estimated 8.59455 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 Cradock?
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 Cradock?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bloemfontein to Cradock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Cradock?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Cradock was searched and found on 11 Jun 2026 with a price of PLN 105To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Cradock as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 105 to PLN 162 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Cradock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 107, which is on 2026-06-13.
