Bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown on 7 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst StreetCheapest
APMWCBus
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst StreetFastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)No tags
Intercity XpressBus
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)No tags
Eagle LinerBus
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:36 SAST.

Get from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
8h 40mAverage duration
468 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown start from PEN 77. The average price for this route is around PEN 108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    The average bus journey time from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 468 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 10m and is operated by APM WC.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Grahamstown route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Hope Diamond Transport, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    A bus journey from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown produces an estimated 11.675475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/05
PEN 102
05/05
PEN 93
Today
PEN 93
07/05
PEN 93
08/05
PEN 86
09/05
PEN 87
10/05
PEN 88
11/05
PEN 87
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown was searched and found on 8 May 2026 with a price of PEN 86

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 86 to PEN 160 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 86, which is on 2026-05-08.

Usually Intercape, Big Sky 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.

People from around the world trust Busbud