How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Upington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Upington start from $33. The average price for this route is around $37. 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 Upington?

The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Upington is 9h, covering a distance of 304 miles (489 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Upington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Upington at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.

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

A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Upington generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Bloemfontein to Upington from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Upington on January 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	8:05am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	8:05am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Upington on January 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:05am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Cheapest
Bus	8:05am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	Fastest
Bus	8:05am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	9h	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:38 PM SAST.

Get from Bloemfontein to Upington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9hAverage Duration

304 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Upington?

Stops in Bloemfontein

A
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
60 Park Rd, Willows, Tourist Centre, Park Road (next to Municipal Swimming Pool)
B
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
C
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
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Stops in Upington

A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa
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B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,025 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users appreciate the safety, affordability, and reliability of the service. The bus is noted for being on time with friendly staff members contributing to a positive experience. However, some users have mentioned that there was an issue with cleanliness in the toilet facilities during their journey.

Intercape Mainliner Bloemfontein Upington recent customer reviews

Bus did not depart on time. Trip was more than 9 hours and arriving more than a hour late at the last destination.

Mary B.

October 9, 2025

There was only one problem. The toilet was not clean and it was full. We couldn't use it.

Barbara G.

May 30, 2025

Our intercape bus got stuck because it run out of diesel. I had to spend money on lifts to go to town

Obakeng M.

April 14, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloemfontein to Upington 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 Upington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Upington start from $33. The average price for this route is around $37. 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 Upington?
The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Upington is 9h, covering a distance of 304 miles (489 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Upington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Upington?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Upington at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Upington?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Upington generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/27

$36

12/28

$26

Today

$26

12/30

$34

12/31

$34

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Upington was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $45 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-31.