Pretoria to Bloemfontein

Pretoria to Bloemfontein

Pretoria
Bloemfontein
Wed, May 29
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$17
 
 
$43

Other Options

Pretoria to Bloemfontein Schedule

Pretoria to Bloemfontein Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Airlink Economy #4Z70106:20 - 07:20ZAR 2,243
CemAir Economy #5Z10408:40 - 09:40ZAR 1,677
CemAir Economy #5Z10410:00 - 11:00ZAR 1,797
Intercape Mainliner 13:30 - 20:30ZAR 1,100
Intercape Mainliner 15:30 - 00:20ZAR 1,100
Eagle Liner Luxury 16:30 - 23:50ZAR 506
Big Sky Express Luxury 19:00 - 02:00ZAR 440
Intercape Luxury 20:30 - 08:00ZAR 330

Transportation from Pretoria to Bloemfontein

Facts about the transport from Pretoria to Bloemfontein

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day29
Distance600 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, APM WC, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from Pretoria to Bloemfontein

When you want to get from Pretoria to Bloemfontein, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 42.26. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.78.

How far is Pretoria from Bloemfontein?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pretoria to Bloemfontein. Your trip will be a total of 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

How long does it take to get from Pretoria to Bloemfontein?

The travel time from Pretoria to Bloemfontein can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Pretoria to Bloemfontein?

The cost of the trip from Pretoria to Bloemfontein varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Eagle Liner: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.78 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 42.26.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Pretoria to Bloemfontein:

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.79 to USD 42.26;
  • Plane tickets - USD 93.71 to USD 164.00;

How many trips per day are there between Pretoria and Bloemfontein?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:30. There are 29 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Pretoria to Bloemfontein. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 93.71.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Pretoria to Bloemfontein

Airlink, CemAir

Buses

Taking a bus from Pretoria to Bloemfontein is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Pretoria to Bloemfontein

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Pretoria to Bloemfontein? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.