Bus from Bloemfontein to Harrismith: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Harrismith on December 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    		Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Cheapest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    		Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)Fastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    		Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
    Big SkyBus
      		Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
      		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
      		Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:53 PM SAST.

      Get from Bloemfontein to Harrismith

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      4bus per day
      5h 50mAverage Duration
      300 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein to Harrismith by bus

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Harrismith start from $45. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

        The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Harrismith is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Intercape.

      3. Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Harrismith route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

        The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Harrismith at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

        A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Harrismith generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44695 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

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

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

        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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloemfontein to Harrismith?

        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
      12-23
      $86
      12-24
      $67
      Today
      $47
      12-26
      $67
      12-27
      $63
      12-28
      $57
      12-29
      $53
      12-30
      $53
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Harrismith was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $47

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

      You can expect to pay from $47 to $104 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-30.

      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.

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