What's the distance between Bloemfontein and Colesberg by coach?

The journey from Bloemfontein to Colesberg by coach covers an approximate distance of 129 miles (209 km).

What is the best way to go from Bloemfontein to Colesberg without a car?

You can reach Colesberg from Bloemfontein by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Bloemfontein to Colesberg from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bloemfontein to Colesberg on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 40m	00:10	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h	20:15	Shell	Fastest
Bus	18:00	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 40m	20:40	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	18:20	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 55m	21:15	COLESBERG	No tags
Bus	23:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 5m	01:20	Shell	No tags
Bus	23:50	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 40m	02:30	COLESBERG - MERINO 1 STOP	No tags
Bus	18:00	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 40m	20:40	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	22:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 45m	01:00	COLESBERG	No tags

Next departures from Bloemfontein to Colesberg on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 35m	02:30	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h	20:15	Shell	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 30m	03:15	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	23:30	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 5m	01:35	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	00:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 45m	03:00	COLESBERG	No tags
Bus	23:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 5m	01:20	Shell	No tags
Bus	23:50	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 40m	02:30	COLESBERG - MERINO 1 STOP	No tags
Bus	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 30m	03:15	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags

Next departures from Bloemfontein to Colesberg on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 35m	02:30	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	Cheapest
Bus	18:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h	20:15	Shell	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 30m	03:15	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	23:30	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 5m	01:35	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	00:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 45m	03:00	COLESBERG	No tags
Bus	23:15	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 5m	01:20	Shell	No tags
Bus	23:50	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 40m	02:30	COLESBERG - MERINO 1 STOP	No tags
Bus	00:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 30m	03:15	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:56 SAST.

Get from Bloemfontein to Colesberg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2h 40mAverage duration

130 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,713 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43713 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £16

Intercape Bloemfontein Colesberg recent customer reviews

It was very cold in the bus

Eunice O.

27 June 2023

The bus ride was I uncomfortable. Does not cater for bigger and disabled people

Puleng L.

7 September 2022

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,108 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 9108 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Greyhound Bloemfontein Colesberg recent customer reviews

I'm very satisfied

Oratilwe K.

2 July 2025

Bad. Never using it again

Abenathi N.

5 December 2022

Eagle Liner

3/510,213 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Big Sky

3.5/52,958 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

APM WC

2/52,692 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Flexi City Connect

2/514 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi0

Intercity Xpress

3/510,885 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

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Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Colesberg?

Stops in Bloemfontein

A - Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South

B - Bloemfontein Tourist Centre

C - Engen Mangaung

Stops in Colesberg

A - Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bloemfontein to Colesberg

What's the distance between Bloemfontein and Colesberg by coach?
The journey from Bloemfontein to Colesberg by coach covers an approximate distance of 129 miles (209 km).
What is the best way to go from Bloemfontein to Colesberg without a car?
You can reach Colesberg from Bloemfontein by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

£16

11/11

£16

Today

£16

13/11

£14

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£14

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£14

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£14

17/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Colesberg was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £40 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Colesberg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-15.

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.