How can I travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein without flying?

The best way to travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

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

The average travel time from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is about 12h 50m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 11h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 566 miles (912 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

The distance between the two cities is 566 miles (912 km).

What is the number of daily buses traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

On average, there is 1 daily departure on this route, offered by Intercape, Eagle Liner and APM WC. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Cape Town to Bloemfontein may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

What are the departure times for the first and last bus traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last one leaves at 7:45pm.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein start their journey at Bellville - 8 Mabel St. And wind up at Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $21.

How much are the bus tickets from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

The average bus ticket price from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is $41. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $21 and $168, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Cape Town to Bloemfontein Bus Tickets

TodayJan 24

from $21

TomorrowJan 25

from $19

SunJan 26

from $22

MonJan 27

from $22

TueJan 28

from $19

WedJan 29

from $19

ThuJan 30

from $25

FriJan 31

from $22

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: January 25 at 12:30pm
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive
Arrival time: January 26 at 12:55am
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: January 25 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Arrival time: January 26 at 5:15am
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 45m
Departure time: January 25 at 11:00am
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Arrival time: January 25 at 11:50pm
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Operated by: Intercape Sleepliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 50m
Departure time: January 25 at 11:45am
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Arrival time: January 26 at 2:30am
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 45m
Departure time: January 25 at 6:15pm
Departure city: Cape Town
Departure location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
Arrival time: January 26 at 7:00am
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 45m

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Bus Cape Town to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$41

Average bus trip duration12h 50m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure10:00am

Distance565 miles (910 km)

Latest bus departure7:45pm

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Intercape

3.5/537,927 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Travelers have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and professional staff. Passengers appreciated timely departures, comfortable seating, and onboard amenities like phone charging facilities. However, some reviews mentioned that toilet maintenance could be improved to enhance overall satisfaction during journeys.

Intercape Budgetliner Express Cape Town Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

The bus had a breakdown just after leaving capetown, mechanic took 5 hours to come, it broke in a dangerous place where one can easily be robbed,as we were waiting for mechanic to come, bus was unbearable to sit inside, as it was extremely hot.

Aubrey M.

December 24, 2024

The trip was horrible, they driving with high speed we only stopped once for break at Beaufort worst! The drivers were rude!! Geez!

Zanele M.

October 23, 2024

No ventilation Loud music by bus driver Very uncomfortable seating (narrow, hard and was sloping towards the isle) No toilet.

Dylan H.

October 18, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/57,911 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort of the seats and cleanliness of the buses. The drivers are praised for their friendliness and skillful driving. However, some reviews suggest that more stops could be beneficial on longer routes to enhance passenger convenience. Overall, passengers felt safe during their journeys.

Eagle Liner Cape Town Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

Excellent drivers, but only stopped twice coming from cape town to Bloemfontein, 3 stops are definitely needed. Would suggest Beaufort West also be made a stop, because 6 hours non stop from laingsburg to colestown is a bit too much. Other than that no complaints

Brandon D.

August 16, 2024

I liked that the bus is clean and has good seats... but what I didn't enjoy is the bus leaving without having checked if all the passengers are there.. and they left us bit eventually they came up with plan B

Puleng M.

December 18, 2023

I was very comfortable. And the staff or should I say drivers were very nice Shem. I like them.

Faith M.

September 19, 2023

APM WC

2/51,403 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness0.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi0.4

Based on 1403 reviews, the company was rated 1.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $26.00

APMWC Cape Town Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

The bus was cancelled and we were not informed until exactly an hour after our supposed departure time. We were taken to a different bus that left 2hrs later than the time we were supposed to leave...this bus deserves a whole book of it's own, from picking up Hitch hikers to people sleeping on the passage way and drop off on the highway... listen regret the whole experience

Boitumelo R.

November 2, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/56,868 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service due to delays and late arrivals. Additionally, there are concerns about poor bus maintenance. Some customers also mention booking a premier bus but ending up in a city liner instead. Despite these issues, under normal circumstances, the trip was good for some customers.

Greyhound Cape Town Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

I enjoyed their services. Everything was communicated and the bus arrived on time.

Liyabona G.

January 18, 2025

The expected arrival in Bloemfontein was 6:05, we only arrived at 9, there was no communication tha there would be a delay.

Stephanie D.

September 21, 2024

It was horrible, I experienced two 3 hour delays that set me back 6 hours from original time.

Ayrton V.

March 29, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/51,813 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Based on 1813 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $32.00

Big Sky Express Cape Town Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy that the bus was 2 hours late for departure from Cape Town and 3 hours late for arrival in Bloemfontein. There were only 2 refreshment stops in Colesberg and Langsburg which are far parat from each other however the bus made multiple stops along the way.

Just _.

December 21, 2024

I didn’t enjoy the bus was late from the get go

Nthatisi T.

December 16, 2024

It was good tho

Tendai M.

October 20, 2023

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

Cape Town to Bloemfontein Buses

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Cape Town and Bloemfontein?

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

B - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

C - Bus Station - Civic Centre

D - Bellville - Sasol Oaks Service Station

E - Bellville

F - Civic Centre

Stops in Bloemfontein

A - Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South

B - Bloemfontein Tourist Centre

C - Engen Mangaung

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cape Town - Bloemfontein

How can I travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein without flying?
How long does it take to get to Bloemfontein from Cape Town by bus?
What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
What is the number of daily buses traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
What are the departure times for the first and last bus traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
How much are the bus tickets from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

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

Best price found

01/22

$31

01/23

$26

Today

$21

01/25

$19

01/26

$22

01/27

$22

01/28

$19

01/29

$19

The cheapest trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jan 25, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $89 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-01-25.

Usually SLEEPLINER 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cape Town to Bloemfontein, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cape Town to Bloemfontein that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Cape Town - Bloemfontein

How can I travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein without flying?

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

What is the travel distance from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

What is the number of daily buses traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

What are the departure times for the first and last bus traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

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

What is the most affordable way to travel from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

How much are the bus tickets from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

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