Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Bloemfontein to East London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users consistently praise the service for being comfortable, affordable, and providing a world-class experience. They appreciate receiving constant updates regarding any delays. However, there are mentions of occasional bus lateness and concerns about air conditioning settings during trips. Despite these issues, many travelers still consider it their best ride overall.
Intercape Sleepliner Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
I didn't enjoy the cockroaches and they didn't warn us about when they were going to leave
1 out of 5 stars
Lathitha M.
Terrible this is my second time in three weeks that the bus has broken down and had to sit for hours
1 out of 5 stars
Tanya M.
We experienced a delay of 5 hours from Bloemfontein to East London. I will never ever book intercape ever again😡🤬
Based on 2427 reviews, the company was rated 2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at US$21
APMWC Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
I did not get the bus , I was booking for 00:40 today .
According to customer reviews, Eagleliner provides a comfortable travel experience. However, some customers have mentioned that the buses are cold during the journey. Despite this issue, many customers express satisfaction with their trips and plan to use Eagleliner again in the future.
Eagle Liner Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
Poor time management, bus was delayed by 2hours.
Good customer service though, the drivers made sure we were safe, it will also be beneficial if they announced stops so we keep informed about the journey
3 out of 5 stars
Daisy M.
The bus was scheduled for 11:55 arrived at 5am in the morning with no communication
1 out of 5 stars
Asandile S.
The main door could not close even while driving and the engine had a funny noise and we had an accident where the bus driver had to drive of the road at high speed which in turn ended up busting up the wheel shocks and body panels that obstructed the wgeels but driver went on driving anyway and later sone of the passangers , me included had to stop the driver and try to fix the broken body panel ourselves and succeeded too.
Users have highlighted the safety and comfort of their travel experience, appreciating features like onboard toilets and functioning charging ports. However, some travelers noted a lack of opportunities to step out for breaks during stops such as in Queenstown.
Intercity Xpress Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
The bus was delayed with no notification of some sort, in the cold winter season of waiting for an hour plus.
2 out of 5 stars
Obakeng C.
The bus was 2 hours late in departing for East London,
We sat right at the back of the bus and the aircon water wet the seats and the floor so we sat on wet seats and constantly had water drip on us. The smell of urine in the back of the bus was unbearable. The aircon probably didn't work either because it was soo hot in there and given the horrible smell, it really was a terrible experience.
1 out of 5 stars
Alec T.
We were supposed to leave at 11h45 and only left at 02h00 in the morning! Bus was late and then very overcrowded!
Based on 3710 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at US$20
Delta Coaches Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
The bus was an hour late. It was also full I was sitting on 20 liter at the back sit from Bloemfontein to Aliwal north. I am not satisfied at all, especially because of my knowledge and experience of how a public transport quality should be.
1 out of 5 stars
Zwelakhe M.
The Delta coach services were unprofessional and they lacked the proper communication with their passengers. They delayed their arrival for over two hours and, upon boarding, they did not have a specific route as they were collecting passengers from different areas of a single province. They made us wait unnecessary amounts of time to solve boarding issues and bus changes thar they should have solved before the trip even happened. All in all, everyone was very unhappy with the services provided by Delta Coaches and will never be using the bus for transportation.
1 out of 5 stars
Othandwayo M.
I didn't enjoy anything from the trip. Bad terrible service, no updates about delays of the bus
Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the safety and timely arrival of the bus. However, there was a concern mentioned regarding the bus arriving late at Bloemfontein and departing later than scheduled. Overall, passengers appreciated the safe journey despite some timing issues.
Greyhound Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
The bus was late for 45 minutes, and they need to clean properly/fleeting cz there are cockroaches in the bus, unable to charge phones cz it was not working
The drivers drove well and it's comfortable
3 out of 5 stars
Asiphe B.
I enjoyed every moment of the Trip my only concern is the bua came late And left bloem late also
5 out of 5 stars
Pulane L.
The trip was smooth, only then the toilet was full
Citilink offers 1 daily buses from Bloemfontein to East London. Though the average price for this trip is US$24, you can find tickets starting at US$17. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 470.
Based on 817 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. ilulaBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$25
ilulaBus Bloemfontein East London recent customer reviews
A good way to travel this route is with Webber Coaches buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at US$73 and the shortest trip taking about 530. Webber Coaches gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
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Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and East London?
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South AfricaRailway Station
C - Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East LondonWindmill Mall
D - East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South AfricaEast London
Frequently asked questions on the trip Bloemfontein - East London
What is the distance between Bloemfontein and East London?
Bloemfontein and East London are 463 km (287 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bloemfontein to East London?
Buses departing from Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South in Bloemfontein will take you to Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) in East London.
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US$22
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US$20
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US$22
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US$22
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US$21
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US$17
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US$17
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to East London was searched and found on Sep 29, 2025 with a price of US$17
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17 which is on 2025-09-29.
Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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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Busbud recommends taking the shuttle from Bloemfontein to East London
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to East London was searched and found on Sep 29, 2025 with a price of US$17
