Find coaches from Bloemfontein to Cape Town

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Next departures from Bloemfontein to Cape Town on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle Liner
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.CheapestFastest
Intercape Sleepliner
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Big Sky
Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Greyhound
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.No tags
Eagle Liner
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.No tags

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Get from Bloemfontein to Cape Town

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The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
12h 55mAverage duration
910 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bloemfontein to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52
Average bus trip duration12h 55m
Number of daily buses23
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance910 km
Latest bus departure23:50

Bloemfontein to Cape Town Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bloemfontein - Cape Town

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Cape Town cost?

    The bus ticket price from Bloemfontein to Cape Town starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Cape Town is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Cape Town?

    The average travel time between Bloemfontein and Cape Town is around 12h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 912 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Bloemfontein and Cape Town?

    The number of buses from Bloemfontein to Cape Town can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bloemfontein to Cape Town by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Bloemfontein to Cape Town?

    When taking the bus from Bloemfontein to Cape Town, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bloemfontein to Cape Town?

    Buses travelling between Bloemfontein and Cape Town leave from Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South or Bloemfontein Tourist Centre and arrive at Bellville - 8 Mabel St., Bus Station - Civic Centre, Bus Station - Old Marine Drive.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$34
29/10
US$27
Today
US$33
31/10
US$33
01/11
US$26
02/11
US$26
03/11
US$26
04/11
US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Cape Town was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$26

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

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-11-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bloemfontein to Cape Town will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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