Bus from East London to Bloemfontein: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Bloemfontein on 9 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CitilinkBus
East London (Station) - 20 Station Street, Quigney, East London
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreCheapest
Freeway CoachesBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreFastest
Intercape BudgetlinerBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags
GreyhoundBus
East London Windmill Park
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags
Intercity XpressBus
East London (Windmill Mall)
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Bloemfontein

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloemfontein. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
8h 15mAverage duration
463 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 103 - R 1 187Average duration8h 15m
12kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average priceR 583 - R 1 340Average duration7h 40m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Bloemfontein by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Bloemfontein start at R 103. The average price for this route is around R 494. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from East London to Bloemfontein is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 463 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h and is operated by Freeway Coaches.

  3. Which bus companies service the East London to Bloemfontein route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Hope Diamond Transport, Citilink, Freeway Coaches, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Atlantic, Milta Coaches, APM WC, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.

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

    The earliest bus departs from East London to Bloemfontein at 11:20. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.

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

    A bus trip from East London to Bloemfontein produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from East London 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Bloemfontein?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citilink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.

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

    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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
06/02
R 356
07/02
R 316
Today
R 368
09/02
R 305
10/02
R 358
11/02
R 358
12/02
R 358
13/02
R 337
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 09 Feb 2026 with a price of R 305

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

You can expect to pay from R 305 to R 547 for a bus ticket from East London to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 305, which is on 2026-02-09.

Usually 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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