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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Smithfield | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Monument Motors, Juana Plein, Smithfield, 9966 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Smithfield | No tags |
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Get from Bloemfontein to Smithfield
The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Smithfield?
Stops in Bloemfontein
- A
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa - B
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Stops in Smithfield
- A
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein)
Monument Motors, C/O Rasher and Voortrekker Street (Juana Plein), Smithfield, 9966, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Smithfield, ZA 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 Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Smithfield start from $31. The average price for this route is around $37. 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 Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Smithfield is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 157 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 35m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Smithfield route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Greyhound South Africa, Webber Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Smithfield at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Smithfield generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Bloemfontein to Smithfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Smithfield, ZA was searched and found on Feb 21, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Smithfield, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $45 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Smithfield, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-02-21.
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.
