How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown start from $21. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 290 miles (467 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by APM WC .

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 , Big Sky , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Hope Diamond Transport , Citiliner , Greyhound South Africa , ilulaBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown generates an estimated 11.672575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What 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.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Bloemfontein to Grahamstown from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Grahamstown on April 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	KFC Park Road	8h 15m	8:00am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	10:50pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	7h 10m	6:00am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	8h 40m	5:10pm	Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	4:50am	Intercape Office, Bathurst Street (Next to Frontier Hotel)	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	8h 40m	6:35am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:58 PM 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 $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 40mAverage Duration

290 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Grahamstown?

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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Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2.1/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Intercape

3.5/545,779 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting punctuality and cleanliness as positive aspects. Many found their trips enjoyable without any issues, making it a preferred choice for travel. However, there was a mention of indirect routes being time-consuming by some users.

Intercape Mainliner Bloemfontein Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I honestly did not enjoy anything about this trip, the bus was more than 3 hours late.😫

Onthatile T.

February 7, 2025

I am very dissatisfied. Intercape is turning into eagle liner daily. Imagine from 12am till 9 riding in a stinking bus. The hole bus was smelling urine and Aircon on blowing urine air. Had to go see a doc cz I am asmatic and had such a bad experience. I am so disappointed in Intercape. Imagine paying so much for such service. I mean even villamore hygine is 100% as compare to that of bus 076

Tiny S.

September 26, 2022

On time and the place was clean

Paulnita M.

October 27, 2024

MN QWABE TRANSPORT

4.2/544 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,439 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Eagle Liner

2.7/511,169 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Intercity Xpress

3.1/512,045 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with Intercity's service. They mention that the buses are consistently late and there is a lack of communication regarding delays. Additionally, some customers criticize the unprofessional behavior of the drivers and suggest that they should be more respectful towards passengers. However, it's worth noting that there were also requests for improved amenities such as WiFi during trips."

Intercity Xpress Bloemfontein Grahamstown recent customer reviews

If they can have Wifi in the future. Atleast 100mb per passenger during the trip.

Ntsiuoa K.

February 9, 2023

Intercity is always late as a result I got late at work and signed a warning. Very unprofessional and they don't even inform us

Tshipa T.

December 12, 2022

Driver needs to be professional like Intercape buses who have customer care & respect clients

Mlungisi Harold M.

May 23, 2022

Hope Diamond Transport

2.9/5226 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.1

Citiliner

3.6/52,121 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Greyhound South Africa

3.1/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi1.3

ilulaBus

2.1/5825 reviews

Staff2.0

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi0.3

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, Intercape, ALSA, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown start from $21. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 290 miles (467 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by APM WC.
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, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Hope Diamond Transport, Citiliner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown generates an estimated 11.672575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
According to Busbud traveler 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

04/07

$34

04/08

$29

Today

$27

04/10

$26

04/11

$26

04/12

$27

04/13

$27

04/14

$25

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $25

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 $25 to $80 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 $25 which is on 2026-04-14.

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.