Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from Bloemfontein without flying?

The best way to travel from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long does it take to get to Grahamstown from Bloemfontein by bus?

The average travel time from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown is about 8h 40m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 290 miles (467 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Bloemfontein and Grahamstown?

The distance between the two cities is 290 miles (467 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

If you're headed to Grahamstown from Bloemfontein, chances are that your bus will depart from Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South and arrive at The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to go from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. $18 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Grahamstown from Bloemfontein.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

The average bus ticket price from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown is $32. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $18 and $51, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Bloemfontein to Grahamstown Bus Tickets

ThuMay 1

from $24

TodayMay 2

from $21

TomorrowMay 3

from $17

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from $17

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TueMay 6

from $21

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from $26

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 2 at 8:45am
Departure city: Bloemfontein
Departure location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Arrival time: May 2 at 5:25pm
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 2 at 11:25pm
Departure city: Bloemfontein
Departure location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:35am
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: May 2 at 8:45am
Departure city: Bloemfontein
Departure location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Arrival time: May 2 at 5:25pm
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 40m
Departure time: May 2 at 11:25pm
Departure city: Bloemfontein
Departure location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Arrival time: May 3 at 7:35am
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Operated by: Citiliner Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: May 2 at 9:55pm
Departure city: Bloemfontein
Departure location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Arrival time: May 3 at 6:35am
Destination city: Grahamstown
Destination location: Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 40m

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Bus Bloemfontein to Grahamstown: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$32

Average bus trip duration8h 40m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure12:50am

Distance290 miles (467 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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APM WC

2/51,751 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Intercape

3.5/539,501 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

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

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,664 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

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

3/58,851 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

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

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,662 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Based on 7662 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $24.00

Citiliner Plus Bloemfontein Grahamstown recent customer reviews

The whole experience was traumatic, the bus was an hour late and nobody bothered to inform us. We didn’t even get a break from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown. It was just bad

Gugulethu N.

August 4, 2024

ilulaBus

2/5816 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

VILAMORA

2/5776 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.3

Wifi0.4

Based on 776 reviews, the company was rated 2.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. VILAMORA ticket prices on this trip start at $38.00

VILAMORA Bloemfontein Grahamstown recent customer reviews

If u guyz dnt fix the problems u going to lose customers

Themba M.

December 10, 2022

Bad service

Mantwa K.

April 10, 2022

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Grahamstown?

Stops in Bloemfontein

A - Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South

B - Bloemfontein Tourist Centre

C - Engen Mangaung

Stops in Grahamstown

A - The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bloemfontein - Grahamstown

Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from Bloemfontein without flying?
How long does it take to get to Grahamstown from Bloemfontein by bus?
What is the distance between Bloemfontein and Grahamstown?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
What is the most affordable way to go from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?
Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

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$21

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The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of $16

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 $16 to $47 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 $16 which is on 2025-05-03.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Is there a way to reach Grahamstown from Bloemfontein without flying?

How long does it take to get to Grahamstown from Bloemfontein by bus?

What is the distance between Bloemfontein and Grahamstown?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

What is the most affordable way to go from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Bloemfontein to Grahamstown?

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