How much is the bus ticket from Heidelberg to Kokstad?

The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Kokstad start from $30. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Heidelberg to Kokstad?

The average bus trip duration from Heidelberg to Kokstad is 18h 5m, covering a distance of 551 miles (888 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Big Tree .

Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Kokstad route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Big Tree , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heidelberg to Kokstad?

The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Kokstad at 10:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Kokstad?

A bus trip from Heidelberg to Kokstad generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Heidelberg to Kokstad?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3231 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Kokstad?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Kokstad?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Heidelberg to Kokstad?

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.

Bus Heidelberg to Kokstad from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heidelberg to Kokstad on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40pm	Heidelberg Mall	10h	6:40am	KOKSTAD	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Heidelberg Mall	8h 40m	5:40am	KOKSTAD	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	19h 35m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Heidelberg (Cape) - Engen One Stop Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665	18h 5m	4:30pm	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street	19h 35m	6:25am	Engen (Mount Currie Inn), Kokstad	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:07 PM SAST.

Get from Heidelberg to Kokstad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

18h 5mAverage Duration

551 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Kokstad?

Stops in Heidelberg

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Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street
Engen Garage, 1 Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665, South Africa
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Stops in Kokstad

A
Kokstad
Wimpy Bar, R56, Kokstad, South Africa

Compare bus companies

Big Tree

2.5/5119 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,816 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Big Sky

3.5/53,334 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heidelberg, ZA to Kokstad 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 Heidelberg to Kokstad?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heidelberg to Kokstad start from $30. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Heidelberg to Kokstad?
The average bus trip duration from Heidelberg to Kokstad is 18h 5m, covering a distance of 551 miles (888 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 40m and is operated by Big Tree.
Which bus companies service the Heidelberg to Kokstad route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Big Tree, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heidelberg to Kokstad?
The earliest bus departs from Heidelberg to Kokstad at 10:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heidelberg to Kokstad?
A bus trip from Heidelberg to Kokstad generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Heidelberg to Kokstad?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3231 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Kokstad?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Heidelberg to Kokstad?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Heidelberg to Kokstad?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg, ZA to Kokstad was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $110 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg, ZA to Kokstad based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually Intercity Xpress 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.