Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

Bloemfontein
Johannesburg
Sun, Jul 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$22
 
 
$63

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Bloemfontein to Johannesburg Schedule

Bloemfontein to Johannesburg Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Intercity Xpress Luxury 00:45 - 06:05ZAR 549
Greyhound Premium Luxury 02:10 - 07:45ZAR 1,144
Intercape Mainliner 05:15 - 14:30ZAR 429
Airlink Economy #4Z70207:50 - 08:50ZAR 2,427
Greyhound Premium Luxury 08:40 - 14:30ZAR 801
Airlink Economy #4Z70411:05 - 12:05ZAR 2,427
CemAir Economy #5Z10713:30 - 14:30ZAR 2,705
Airlink Economy #4Z71214:05 - 15:05ZAR 2,586
FlySafair Economy #FA84716:05 - 17:05ZAR 1,137
Airlink Economy #4Z70618:50 - 19:40ZAR 1,627
APM WC Luxury Coach 22:15 - 05:30ZAR 330

Transportation from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

Facts about the transport from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day27
Distance463 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirlink, Big Sky Express, CemAir, Citiliner Plus, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

How to get from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

When you want to get from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg, 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 62.42. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 21.01.

How far is Bloemfontein from Johannesburg?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg. Your trip will be a total of 288 miles (463 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

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

The travel time from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 10 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Intercape: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 21.01 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 62.42.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 21.01 to USD 62.42;
  • Plane tickets - USD 88.78 to USD 190.38;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 27 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 Bloemfontein to Johannesburg. 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 88.78.

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 Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

Airlink, CemAir

Buses

Taking a bus from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg 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 Bloemfontein to Johannesburg

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg? 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.