Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:48 PM SAST.
Get from Kathu to Bloemfontein
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 450, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kathu and Bloemfontein?
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
Stops in Bloemfontein
- A
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa - B
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
60 Park Rd, Willows, Tourist Centre, Park Road (next to Municipal Swimming Pool) - C
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
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Passengers generally appreciate the comfort and punctuality of the buses, along with professional driving that ensures a smooth journey. The staff is noted for being friendly and helpful. However, some users reported issues such as unclean toilets, air conditioning problems leading to discomfort due to heat, non-functional charging points at seats, and occasional communication gaps regarding luggage handling procedures.
Intercape Mainliner Kathu Bloemfontein recent customer reviews
I enjoyed my bus ride but I just didn't like the fact that we had to wait in Kimberly for almost 30 minutes for a passenger that got on the wrong bus.
Tahseen B.
The staff was very rude ever since I have used intercape I have never seen such a rude staff before I don't think I'll ever want to use intercape ever
Keletso Prudence K.
The person who packed my luggage, even though I was first in line, started with the person who came last. I know it's packed according to arrival places, but he didn't communicate anything with me or help me. The driver later asked us to pick up a ticket that had fallen on the ground so we could put it on my bag and then I he asked me to pack my bag myself. To me it feels like that the assistant did not want to help me
Reinhard W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kathu 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Kathu to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kathu to Bloemfontein start at R 450. The average price for this route is around R 625. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Kathu to Bloemfontein?
The average bus journey time from Kathu to Bloemfontein is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 346 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Kathu to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kathu to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Kathu to Bloemfontein at 12:00. And the latest bus departs at 12:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kathu to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Kathu to Bloemfontein produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kathu to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 473To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kathu to Bloemfontein as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 473 to R 977 for a bus ticket from Kathu to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 736, which is on 2025-12-16.
