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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Smithfield | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Smithfield | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:24 PM SAST.
Get from Smithfield to Bloemfontein
The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Smithfield and Bloemfontein?
Stops in Smithfield
- A
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein), Smithfield, 9966, South Africa
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Smithfield, ZA 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 Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Smithfield to Bloemfontein start from $28. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
The average bus travel time from Smithfield to Bloemfontein is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 126 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Smithfield to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Ramalo, Greyhound South Africa, Webber Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Smithfield to Bloemfontein at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Smithfield to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 3 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 Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
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 Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
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 Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
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 Smithfield to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Smithfield, ZA to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Smithfield, ZA to Bloemfontein, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $73 for a bus ticket from Smithfield, ZA to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-01.
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.
