What's the distance between Alice and Bloemfontein by coach?

The distance between Alice and Bloemfontein by coach is approximately 256 miles (413 km).

How can I travel from Alice to Bloemfontein avoiding air travel?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Alice to Bloemfontein from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Alice to Bloemfontein on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Fort Hare University, Alice Campus	6h 45m	23:45	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Alice to Bloemfontein on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Fort Hare University, Alice Campus	6h 45m	23:45	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:05	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	7h 40m	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	17:05	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	7h 40m	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	17:05	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	7h 40m	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Alice to Bloemfontein on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Fort Hare University, Alice Campus	6h 45m	23:45	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:05	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	7h 40m	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	17:05	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	7h 40m	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	17:05	Engen - 792 Mavuso Motors, McNab Dr.	7h 40m	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 07:24 SAST.

Get from Alice to Bloemfontein

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 40mAverage duration

256 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,922 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/52,721 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Alice, ZA to Bloemfontein

What's the distance between Alice and Bloemfontein by coach?
The distance between Alice and Bloemfontein by coach is approximately 256 miles (413 km).
How can I travel from Alice to Bloemfontein avoiding air travel?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£17

21/11

£24

Today

£15

23/11

£15

24/11

£20

25/11

No data

26/11

No data

27/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Alice, ZA to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £30 for a bus ticket from Alice, ZA to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-23.