Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:55 PM SAST.
Get from Bloemfontein to Kathu
The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Kathu?
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
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
Compare bus companies
Intercape Mainliner generally provides a pleasant travel experience with good service and peaceful rides. Passengers appreciate the assistance with luggage identification. However, some reviews mention issues such as unpleasant odors from blocked toilets and occasional wet floors due to leaks, which could affect comfort during the journey.
Intercape Mainliner Bloemfontein Kathu recent customer reviews
On my trip from east London to Bloemfontein we changed buses and the bus driver drove past my destination he didn't know where we were going because who ever wrote the list for destination didn't include our destination so the bus driver to us to à near by tow
Modibo D.
Good day. I had a pleasant experience traveling with Intercape Mainliner overall. However, the toilet on the bus was blocked and emitted an unpleasant odor, which was quite uncomfortable. I kindly suggest improving the condition of the onboard toilets. Aside from that, everything else was excellent.
Jaimee J.
The problem I have is with staff, bad attitude; disrespect and lack of communication skills. They speak as if they own the bus and we just got a lift.
Nkosinathi N.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Kathu 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 Kathu?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Kathu start from $42. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Kathu?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Kathu is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 346 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Kathu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Kathu?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Kathu at 8:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Kathu?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Kathu generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Kathu was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Kathu, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $55 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-18.
