Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:12 PM SAST.
Get from Kathu to Bloemfontein
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kathu and Bloemfontein?
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
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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Passengers generally appreciate the comfort and punctuality of the buses, along with professional driving that ensures a smooth journey. The staff is noted for being friendly and helpful. However, some users reported issues such as unclean toilets, air conditioning problems leading to discomfort due to heat, non-functional charging points at seats, and occasional communication gaps regarding luggage handling procedures.
Intercape Mainliner Kathu Bloemfontein recent customer reviews
I enjoyed my bus ride but I just didn't like the fact that we had to wait in Kimberly for almost 30 minutes for a passenger that got on the wrong bus.
Tahseen B.
The staff was very rude ever since I have used intercape I have never seen such a rude staff before I don't think I'll ever want to use intercape ever
Keletso Prudence K.
The person who packed my luggage, even though I was first in line, started with the person who came last. I know it's packed according to arrival places, but he didn't communicate anything with me or help me. The driver later asked us to pick up a ticket that had fallen on the ground so we could put it on my bag and then I he asked me to pack my bag myself. To me it feels like that the assistant did not want to help me
Reinhard W.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kathu 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 Kathu to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kathu to Bloemfontein start from PEN 109. The average price for this route is around PEN 133. 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 Kathu to Bloemfontein?
The average bus trip duration from Kathu to Bloemfontein is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 215 miles (346 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Kathu to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kathu to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Kathu to Bloemfontein at 12:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kathu to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Kathu to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 8.633475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kathu to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jun 23, 2026 with a price of PEN 83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kathu to Bloemfontein, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 83 to PEN 265 for a bus ticket from Kathu to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 96 which is on 2026-06-28.
