How much is the bus ticket from Colesberg to Bloemfontein?

The cheapest bus tickets from Colesberg to Bloemfontein start from $20. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Colesberg to Bloemfontein?

The average bus trip duration from Colesberg to Bloemfontein is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 127 miles (205 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport .

Which bus companies service the Colesberg to Bloemfontein route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Greyhound South Africa , Eagle Liner , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Milta Coaches , Hope Diamond Transport , Freeway Coaches , Atlantic .

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

The earliest bus departs from Colesberg to Bloemfontein at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Colesberg to Bloemfontein 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 Colesberg 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 45773 reviews.

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

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 has the most timely service from Colesberg to Bloemfontein?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Colesberg to Bloemfontein?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Colesberg to Bloemfontein from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Colesberg to Bloemfontein on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Shell	2h	2:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:10am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 45m	2:55am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 20m	2:50am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 55m	6:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Shell	2h 15m	2:10am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags

Next departures for Colesberg to Bloemfontein on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15am	Shell	2h	2:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:10am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 45m	2:55am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	3:55am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 40m	6:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 55m	6:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Shell	2h 15m	2:10am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags

Next departures for Colesberg to Bloemfontein on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Shell	2h	12:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Cheapest
Bus	12:15am	Shell	2h	2:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 45m	2:55am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 20m	2:50am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 55m	6:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags

Next departures for Colesberg to Bloemfontein on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Shell	2h	12:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Cheapest
Bus	12:15am	Shell	2h	2:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	4:00am	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 55m	6:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Shell	2h 40m	6:20am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 10m	12:50am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags

Next departures for Colesberg to Bloemfontein on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10pm	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 40m	11:50pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	12:15am	Shell	2h	2:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 45m	2:55am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 55m	6:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Shell	2h 15m	2:10am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags

Next departures for Colesberg to Bloemfontein on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10pm	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 40m	11:50pm	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	Cheapest
Bus	12:15am	Shell	2h	2:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 45m	2:55am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	3:55am	Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)	2h 40m	6:35am	Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Colesburg (Engen One Stop)	2h 55m	6:55am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:02 AM SAST.

Get from Colesberg to Bloemfontein

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

127 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Colesberg and Bloemfontein?

Stops in Colesberg

A
Colesberg - Engen 1 stop (N1)
Engen One Stop N1, Colesberg, Northern Cape, South Africa
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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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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape has received positive feedback regarding their welcoming and friendly staff. However, there have been reports of buses not arriving on time, causing inconvenience for passengers who had to find alternative transportation.

Intercape Sleepliner Colesberg Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

They never informed me about the 4 hours delay of the bus and have to call and find out my self

Joel J.

May 5, 2025

The bus was delayed 1 hour and when we got there at the engen stop, the bus already left. So I am very dissatisfied by the way they operated during my first bus trip.

Celine L.

September 20, 2024

My bus did not arrive, I had to take another bus, I was at the station from 04:00 nobody contact me, if it was not for the Intercape sleepliner drivers I would have not made it to Bloem.

Nomzamo B.

April 10, 2022

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,169 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

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/512,045 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.

Big Sky

3.5/53,438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Hope Diamond Transport

3/5226 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.1

Freeway Coaches

Atlantic

1/511 reviews

Staff1

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Colesberg to Bloemfontein 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 Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Colesberg to Bloemfontein start from $20. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
The average bus trip duration from Colesberg to Bloemfontein is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 127 miles (205 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by Hope Diamond Transport.
Which bus companies service the Colesberg to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Milta Coaches, Hope Diamond Transport, Freeway Coaches, Atlantic.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Colesberg to Bloemfontein at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Colesberg to Bloemfontein 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 Colesberg 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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
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 has the most timely service from Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Colesberg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveler 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

01/28

$23

01/29

$15

Today

$17

01/31

$21

02/01

$21

02/02

$20

02/03

$20

02/04

$20

The cheapest trip from Colesberg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $15

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

You can expect to pay from $15 to $51 for a bus ticket from Colesberg to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-02-04.

Usually Intercape, Greyhound South Africa 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.