Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:16 PM SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Carletonville
The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Carletonville?
Stops in Bloemfontein
- A
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa - B
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
60 Park Rd, Willows, Tourist Centre, Park Road (next to Municipal Swimming Pool) - C
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
Stops in Carletonville
- A
Carletonville
30 Kruis St, Fochville, 2515, South Africa - B
Total Garage
Total, 5333 Osmium St, Carletonville, 2499 - C
Caltex Garage
Celtex, 78 Annan Rd, Carletonville, 2499
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Carletonville 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 Carletonville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Carletonville start from $30. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Carletonville?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Carletonville is 6h 50m, covering a distance of 324 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Carletonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Carletonville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Carletonville generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Carletonville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Carletonville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Carletonville was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Carletonville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $98 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Carletonville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound South Africa 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.
