Bus from East London to Bloemfontein: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Bloemfontein on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CitilinkBus
East London (Station) - 20 Station Street, Quigney, East London
Bloemfontein Tourist CentreCheapest
Freeway CoachesBus
    East London (Windmill Mall)
    Bloemfontein Tourist CentreFastest
    Intercape BudgetlinerBus
    East London (Windmill Mall)
    Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    East London Windmill Park
    Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags
    Intercity XpressBus
    East London (Windmill Mall)
    Bloemfontein Tourist CentreNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:38 SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Bloemfontein

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloemfontein. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    17bus per day
    8h 15mAverage duration
    287 milesDistance
    12kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£5 - £60Average duration8h 15m
    12kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average price£27 - £56Average duration7h 40m
    14kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from East London to Bloemfontein

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

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

      The cheapest coach tickets from East London to Bloemfontein start from £5. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 journey from East London to Bloemfontein?

      The average bus journey time from East London to Bloemfontein is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 287 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h and is operated by Freeway Coaches.

    3. Which bus companies service the East London to Bloemfontein route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Hope Diamond Transport, Citilink, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Freeway Coaches, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Atlantic, Milta Coaches, APM WC, ilulaBus, Webber Coaches.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Bloemfontein?

      The earliest bus departs from East London to Bloemfontein at 11:20. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.

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

      A bus journey from East London to Bloemfontein produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from East London to Bloemfontein?

      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 45626 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Bloemfontein?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citilink has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London to Bloemfontein?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
    27/01
    £17
    28/01
    £17
    Today
    £17
    30/01
    £15
    31/01
    £17
    01/02
    £14
    02/02
    £14
    03/02
    £14
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Bloemfontein was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 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 East London to Bloemfontein as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from £14 to £34 for a bus ticket from East London to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2026-02-03.

    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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