Bus from Cape Town to Bloemfontein: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cape Town to Bloemfontein on July 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreCheapest
Eagle LinerBus
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreFastest
Intercape SleeplinerBus
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
Eagle LinerBus
Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine Drive
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags
Intercape SleeplinerBus
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
Eagle LinerBus
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:56 PM SAST.

Get from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
13h 5mAverage Duration
559 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 PLN 117. The average price for this route is around PLN 218. 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 13h 5m, covering a distance of 559 miles (902 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 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, MB Transport, Freeway Coaches, tamuka, APM WC, Atlantic, Hope Diamond Transport, Travel RSA.

  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 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.

  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 22.5292 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 tamuka, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 239 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company tamuka has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is tamuka, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is tamuka, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/30
PLN 174
07/01
PLN 173
Today
PLN 382
07/03
PLN 226
07/04
PLN 206
07/05
PLN 145
07/06
PLN 146
07/07
PLN 145
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cape Town to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jul 7, 2026 with a price of PLN 145

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 PLN 145 to PLN 430 for a bus ticket from Cape Town to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 145 which is on 2026-07-07.

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.

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