How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay start at R 821. The average price for this route is around R 854. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

The average bus journey time from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 611 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercape .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay at 08:45. And the latest bus departs at 08:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3438 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?

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 Plettenberg Bay?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay from R 704 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	13h 35m	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	Cheapest
	Bus	08:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	13h 35m	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	Fastest

Next departures from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	13h 35m	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	Cheapest
Bus	08:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	13h 35m	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	Fastest
Bus	08:45	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	13h 35m	22:20	Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:32 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Plettenberg Bay. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 724, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

12h 10mAverage duration

611 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 821 - R 1 513	Average duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 724 - R 1 554	Average duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Plettenberg Bay?

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
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Stops in Plettenberg Bay

A
Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45773 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 679

Intercape Bloemfontein Plettenberg Bay recent customer reviews

Good service

Thabo M.

5 April 2023

Unfriendly personnel, zircon too hot, nobody cares or asks.

Pieter M.

1 February 2023

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay start at R 821. The average price for this route is around R 854. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
The average bus journey time from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 611 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay at 08:45. And the latest bus departs at 08:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3438 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay?
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 Plettenberg Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

30/01

R 709

31/01

R 732

Today

R 1 195

02/02

R 886

03/02

R 759

04/02

No data

05/02

R 706

06/02

R 706

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 706

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

You can expect to pay from R 706 to R 1 219 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 706, which is on 2026-02-05.