How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North start from $19. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 113 miles (181 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20m and is operated by Atlantic .

Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Aliwal North route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Delta Coaches , Greyhound South Africa , MN QWABE TRANSPORT , Hope Diamond Transport , Citiliner , ilulaBus , Atlantic , Big Sky , Ramalo , Flexi City Connect , Nombewu Brothers Transport , Citilink , Webber Coaches .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Aliwal North?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bloemfontein to Aliwal North from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Aliwal North on December 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 55m	2:35am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	1h 45m	1:30am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	Fastest
Bus	8:45am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 55m	11:40am	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	7:50pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	2h 35m	10:25pm	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 15m	1:40am	ALIWAL NORTH - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum, Cnr Barkly Str and Queen Terrace, Aliwal North	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:18 PM SAST.

Get from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

113 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Aliwal North?

Stops in Bloemfontein

A
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
60 Park Rd, Willows, Tourist Centre, Park Road (next to Municipal Swimming Pool)
B
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa
C
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
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Stops in Aliwal North

A
Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,907 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality of the bus service and their overall experience. However, there were some concerns about cleanliness and the air conditioning being too cold during travel.

Intercape Mainliner Bloemfontein Aliwal North recent customer reviews

The bus was 40min late which I didn't really enjoy, however it was warm inside and had a nice journey

Oyekachi O.

May 8, 2025

I am satisfied with the overall service, except for the aircon...was very cold and the bus were not very clean.

Wayden Marais M.

April 5, 2025

First experience first time to use the bus i wad very pleased I lobe yhe fact that 5he bus arrived on time

Yongama G.

March 1, 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,721 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

APM WC

2/52,905 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511,542 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Delta Coaches

1.5/54,004 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,276 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

MN QWABE TRANSPORT

4/522 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.5

Hope Diamond Transport

3/552 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

Citiliner

3.5/52,030 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

ilulaBus

2/5824 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi0.3

Atlantic

1/56 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi0

Big Sky

3.5/53,253 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Ramalo

2.5/515 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5123 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1.1

Nombewu Brothers Transport

Citilink

2/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0

Webber Coaches

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North start from $19. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 113 miles (181 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20m and is operated by Atlantic.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Aliwal North route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, MN QWABE TRANSPORT, Hope Diamond Transport, Citiliner, ilulaBus, Atlantic, Big Sky, Ramalo, Flexi City Connect, Nombewu Brothers Transport, Citilink, Webber Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MN QWABE TRANSPORT, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MN QWABE TRANSPORT has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ramalo, 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

12/24

$24

12/25

$27

Today

$19

12/27

$24

12/28

$28

12/29

$28

12/30

$19

12/31

$21

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $91 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Aliwal North based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually APM WC 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.