Bus from Cape Town to Bloemfontein: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Bloemfontein on January 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)Cheapest
    MB TransportBus
      Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive
      Bloemfontein (Nozulu)Fastest
      Intercape SleeplinerBus
      Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
      Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags
      Big Sky ExpressBus
        Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
        Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags
        GreyhoundBus
        Cape Town, 1 Old Marine Drive
        Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:14 PM SAST.

        Get from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        27bus per day
        12h 55mAverage Duration
        565 milesDistance
        23kgCO₂ emissions

        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.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Cape Town to Bloemfontein start from $25. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

          The average bus trip duration from Cape Town to Bloemfontein is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 565 miles (910 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Travel RSA.

        3. Which bus companies service the Cape Town to Bloemfontein route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Atlantic, APM WC, MB Transport, Hope Diamond Transport, Travel RSA, Nabil Transport.

        4. 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 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

        5. 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 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44695 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Nabil Transport, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cape Town to Bloemfontein?

          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.

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        $35
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        $41
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jan 1, 2026 with a price of $35

        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 $35 to $117 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Bloemfontein based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-05.

        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.

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