Users have shared that the bus journeys were comfortable and on time, with friendly staff enhancing their travel experience. However, some mentioned occasional issues with unpleasant odors in the toilets, which caused brief discomfort. Overall, passengers appreciated the service and felt well taken care of during their trips.
My trip was the worst ever. I boarded Bus No 905 in Harrismith, hoping that the bus was passing through Bloemfontein, which was my destination. In Bethlehem the bus branched off and took another route towards Fouriesburg and bypassed Bloemfontein. The crew only transferred me to another bus (Bus 230), which was travelling to Gauteng via Bloemfontein. The transfer took place in Colesburg, after I had called your offices. When I asked the crew to explain why they had bypassed Bloemfontein they made fun out of me and insisted that I had been asleep, hence I didn't notice that the bus had passed through Bloemfontein. I know Bloemfontein because I live there. I asked them to show me a single passenger whom they had picked in Bloemfontein as evidence to show that they had passed through the city, but they could not show me a single person whom they had picked there. As a result of all this lack of professionalism my journey last at least 6 more hours that it could have taken. I arrived in Bloemfontein around 3.30 am today (2 November 2024), instead of the scheduled time, which was 9:15 pm yesterday (1 November 2024). While we were still in Harrismith the crew told us that the official language that we should communicate in was IsiZulu and stated that this was company policy. I took this to be a joke, but it is likely that they may have communicated in that language when rescheduling the trip for Bloemfontein bound passengers, so I missed the instructions.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Geofrey M.
I enjoyed travelling and the music, but the toilets sometimes were reeking of unpleasant smell. It wasn't long term, but those few moments were uncomfortable.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tediso M.
My bus was scheduled for 1:30am it only arrived at 02:45 and the drivers were so rude, they told me not to sit in the front seats cause they want to sleep, I went to the back seats and discovered that there wasn’t any space, got back on the front seat with my luggages and they told me that I only want to disturb them.
Based on 12046 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 23,095
Based on 3439 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 31,596
Big Sky Harrismith Bloemfontein recent customer reviews
It was an hour late and the driver was shouting at me for asking if I should board even if the bus is an Intercape but my ticket indicated BigSky.
The 4 front seats were reserved for the 1 driver and I was forced to sit next to the toilet even though there were 3 empty seats infront.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrismith 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 Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Harrismith to Bloemfontein start from CLP 23,095. The average price for this route is around CLP 39,917. 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 Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
The average bus travel time from Harrismith to Bloemfontein is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Harrismith to Bloemfontein route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Harrismith to Bloemfontein at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Harrismith to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 7.489775000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Harrismith 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 45784 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Harrismith to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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
07-09
CLP 31,037
07-10
CLP 38,817
Today
CLP 30,961
07-12
CLP 38,088
07-13
CLP 42,864
07-14
CLP 38,088
07-15
CLP 35,368
07-16
CLP 35,728
The cheapest trip from Harrismith to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jul 11, 2026 with a price of CLP 30,961
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Harrismith to Bloemfontein, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 30,961 to CLP 109,552 for a bus ticket from Harrismith to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 35,368 which is on 2026-07-15.
Usually Intercape 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.
The cheapest trip from Harrismith to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Jul 11, 2026 with a price of CLP 30,961
