Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloemfontein to Kimberley on October 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h	8:15am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	1h 55m	10:00am	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	Fastest
Bus	7:30pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 30m	10:00pm	Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	8:05am	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h 10m	10:15am	Awie Botha Convenience Centre	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Bloemfontein Tourist Centre	2h	9:30pm	Kimberley - Kauai Engen (c/o Oliver Road & Ashe Street)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:26 PM SAST.

Get from Bloemfontein to Kimberley

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just THB 782, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2hAverage Duration

91 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Bloemfontein and Kimberley

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

Stops in Kimberley

A
Kimberley - Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre)
Tourist Centre, Bultfontein Road (Civic Centre),, Kimberley, 8300, South Africa
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Intercape

3.5/550,528 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Customers generally appreciate the comfortable seating and timely service provided by Intercape. However, there have been occasional delays due to maintenance issues like oil leakage. Despite these setbacks, many users still trust and recommend the company for its overall reliable performance.

Intercape Mainliner Bloemfontein Kimberley recent customer reviews

the bus was clean and aircons where warm. however, the delay caused me to arrive late at my engagement.

Dineo S.

July 19, 2026

The bus driver was so rude towards me and feel he must be spoken to about treating passengers with respect

Mokone N.

July 5, 2025

The bus was two hours delayed which was very inconvenient cause I had plans I had to cancel. The trip was very nice though, no complaints regarding the trip.

Marolien V.

June 7, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/54,637 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.6

Based on 4637 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at THB 886

Big Sky Bloemfontein Kimberley recent customer reviews

The bus smelled like pee and it was very dirty and it’s the second time this happens

Lerato M.

April 6, 2026

I enjoyed the trip. The bus arrived very early and we also arrived early and safely

Lerato M.

December 17, 2025

The bus was more than 60 minutes late, so I had to make alternative arrangements.

Riku L.

December 2, 2025

Intercity Xpress

3.1/515,956 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.3

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercape Megaliner

ZA bus companies:Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloemfontein to Kimberley, ZA 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 Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Kimberley start from THB 782. The average price for this route is around THB 912. 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 Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
The average bus trip duration from Bloemfontein to Kimberley is 2h, covering a distance of 91 miles (147 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Kimberley route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Intercape Megaliner.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Kimberley at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Kimberley generates an estimated 3.6624 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
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 50496 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Bloemfontein to Kimberley?
According to Busbud traveler 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

10/09

THB 747

10/10

THB 748

Today

THB 748

10/12

THB 742

10/13

THB 741

10/14

THB 742

10/15

THB 742

10/16

THB 742

The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Kimberley, ZA was searched and found on Oct 13, 2026 with a price of THB 741

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Kimberley, ZA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from THB 741 to THB 748 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Kimberley, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 741 which is on 2026-10-13.