Bloemfontein to Pretoria

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Bloemfontein to Pretoria Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	EZ Shuttle	Van 12pax	Any time	+4h 30m	$337.09
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	00:30	09:45	$20.41
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	01:10	08:20	$22.22
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	01:40	08:10	$20.41
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	02:05	09:10	$18.01
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	03:00	09:55	$18.01
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	03:40	12:15	$22.82
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	05:15	16:25	$18.01
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	07:15	14:00	$20.41
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	08:20	14:45	$19.21
Bus	Makalala Transport	Luxury	22:45	06:20	$24.98
Bus	Jacobs Coaches	Luxury	23:05	06:00	$46.83
Bus	Intercape	Luxury	23:55	09:00	$18.01

How to get from Bloemfontein to Pretoria

When you want to get from Bloemfontein to Pretoria, 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 130.51. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 22.46.

How far is Bloemfontein from Pretoria?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bloemfontein to Pretoria. Your trip will be a total of 329 miles (529 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

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

The travel time from Bloemfontein to Pretoria can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 11 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Bloemfontein to Pretoria 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 22.46 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 130.51.

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

Bus tickets - USD 22.46 to USD 130.53;
Plane tickets - USD 89.64 to USD 184.27;

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

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 24 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 Pretoria. 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 89.64.

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 Pretoria

Airlink, CemAir, Hahn Air Systems

Buses

Taking a bus from Bloemfontein to Pretoria 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 Pretoria

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

Transportation from Bloemfontein to Pretoria

Buses

$ 22.46
Flights

$ 89.64
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Bloemfontein to Pretoria

Cheapest Transport	$23
Fastest Transport	50m
Earliest Departure	12:30 AM
Latest Departure	11:55 PM
Departures per day	24
Distance	529 kilometers
Transport Companies	Airlink, APM WC, CemAir, Citiliner Plus, Delta Coaches, Eagle Liner, Greyhound Premium, Intercape, Intercity Xpress

Bloemfontein to Pretoria