Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Cheapest | ||||
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| Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Fastest | ||||
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| Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:02 AM SAST.
Get from Upington to Bloemfontein
The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 451, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Upington and Bloemfontein
Stops in Upington
- A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa - B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Upington 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 Upington to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Upington to Bloemfontein start at R 451. The average price for this route is around R 676. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Upington to Bloemfontein?
The average bus journey time from Upington to Bloemfontein is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 489 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Upington to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Intercape Megaliner.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Upington to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Upington to Bloemfontein at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 09:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Upington to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Upington to Bloemfontein produces an estimated 12.224575000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Upington 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 50556 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Upington to Bloemfontein?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Upington 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Upington to Bloemfontein?
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 Upington to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 15 Oct 2026 with a price of R 405To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Upington to Bloemfontein as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 405 to R 909 for a bus ticket from Upington to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 469, which is on 2026-10-20.
