What is the cheapest way to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein?

The cheapest way to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein is to train and bus which costs R 330 - R 550 and takes 14h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein?

The fastest way to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 21m and costs R 1 300 - R 3 300.

Is there a direct bus between Paarl and Bloemfontein?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shell 25 Main Rd and arriving at Bloemfontein Tourist Ctr. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Paarl to Bloemfontein?

The distance between Paarl and Bloemfontein is 971 km. The road distance is 942.2 km.

How do I travel from Paarl to Bloemfontein without a car?

The best way to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein without a car is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs R 340 - R 850.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paarl to Bloemfontein bus from?

Paarl to Bloemfontein bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, depart from Shell 25 Main Rd station.

Where does the Paarl to Bloemfontein bus arrive?

Paarl to Bloemfontein bus services, operated by Eagle Liner, arrive at Bloemfontein Tourist Ctr station.

Can I drive from Paarl to Bloemfontein?

Yes, the driving distance between Paarl to Bloemfontein is 942 km. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Paarl to Bloemfontein.

Where can I stay near Bloemfontein?

There are 501+ hotels available in Bloemfontein.

Paarl to Bloemfontein - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Paarl to Bloemfontein by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, train, bus, or car train

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Taxi, fly to Bram Fischer International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Paarl to Capetown-Airport-CPTtaxi
2. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Bram Fischer International Airport (BFN)plane CPT - BFN
2h 21m
R 1,382–3,252
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Huguenot to Bellvilletrain Northern
2. Take the bus from Bellville to Bloemfonteinbus
14h 43m
R 332–513
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shell 25 Main Rd to Bloemfontein Tourist Ctrbus
10h 25m
R 340–850
Drive 942.2 km
1. Drive from Paarl to Bloemfonteincar 942.2 km
9h 16m
R 2,128–3,074
Taxi, fly to Kimberley
1. Take the taxi from Paarl to Capetown-Airport-CPTtaxi
2. Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kimberley (KIM)plane CPT - KIM
3. Take the taxi from Kimberley (KIM) to Bloemfonteintaxi
3h 49m
R 3,472–5,722
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Paarl to Springfonteincar
2. Take the car train from Springfontein to Bloemfonteincartrain 74013
11h 17m
R 1,923–2,741

Paarl to Bloemfontein by bus

35Weekly Buses

10h 25mAverage Duration

R 340Cheapest Price

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Distance: 970.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Paarl, South Africa and Bloemfontein, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Shell 25 Main Rd to Bloemfontein Tourist Ctr twice daily. Tickets cost R 440–850 and the journey takes 10h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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