Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Cape Town Station | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Cape Town Station | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags |
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Get from Cape Town to Bloemfontein
The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 290, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cape Town and Bloemfontein
Stops in Cape Town
- A
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - B
Bus Station - Old Marine Drive
Old Marine Drive Unit 11, Long Distance Bus Facility, Cape Town Station - C
Bus Station - Civic Centre
1 Old Marine Dr, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa - D
Bellville - Sasol Oaks Service Station
Sasol Oak Service Station,, 179 Durban Rd, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - E
Bellville
8 Mabel St, Oakdale, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa - F
Civic Centre
8001,, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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 traveling from Cape Town to Bloemfontein 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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Bloemfontein start from MAD 290. The average price for this route is around MAD 537. 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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 559 miles (902 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by tamuka.
Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, MB Transport, Freeway Coaches, tamuka, APM WC, Atlantic, Hope Diamond Transport.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Cape Town to Bloemfontein at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 22.529625 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 Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is tamuka, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company tamuka has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is tamuka, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is tamuka, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 MAD 240 to MAD 706 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 MAD 240 which is on 2026-07-14.
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.















