What is the best way to travel from Bloemfontein to Empangeni?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Empangeni from Bloemfontein. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Empangeni from Bloemfontein?
You can reach Empangeni with just £36 by taking a Bus from Intercape, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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South African Airlink3h 55m007:50Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from South African Airlink goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 07:50:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 02/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £233 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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CemAir3h 40m008:05Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from CemAir goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 08:05:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 02/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £258 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Safair19h 35m016:10Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from Safair goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 16:10:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 03/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £273 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 35m
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South African Airlink16h 55m018:50Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from South African Airlink goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 18:50:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 03/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £281 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 55m
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CemAir3h 55m013:15Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport17:10Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from CemAir goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 13:15:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 02/10/2026 17:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £287 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
Cheapest Flights Friday
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Intercape25h 15m018:45BloemfonteinTourist Centre20:00EmpangeniBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 03/10/2026 18:45:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 04/10/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 15m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Intercape25h 15m018:45BloemfonteinTourist Centre20:00EmpangeniBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 07/10/2026 18:45:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 08/10/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 15m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Bloemfontein to Empangeni?
You can get to Empangeni from Bloemfontein in just 3h 40m with a Flight from CemAir. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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CemAir3h 40m008:05Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from CemAir goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 08:05:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 02/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £258 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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South African Airlink3h 55m007:50Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from South African Airlink goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 07:50:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 02/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £233 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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CemAir3h 55m013:15Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport17:10Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from CemAir goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 13:15:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 02/10/2026 17:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £287 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
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South African Airlink16h 55m018:50Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from South African Airlink goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 18:50:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 03/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £281 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 55m
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Safair19h 35m016:10Bram Fischer AirportBram Fischer Airport11:45Richards Bay AirportRichards Bay Airport0EconomyA Flight from Safair goes from Bram Fischer Airport, Bram Fischer Airport (South Africa) at 02/10/2026 16:10:00 to Richards Bay Airport, Richards Bay Airport (South Africa) arriving at 03/10/2026 11:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £273 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 35m
Fastest Flights Friday
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Intercape25h 15m018:45BloemfonteinTourist Centre20:00EmpangeniBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 03/10/2026 18:45:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 04/10/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 15m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Intercape25h 15m018:45BloemfonteinTourist Centre20:00EmpangeniBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 07/10/2026 18:45:00 to Bus Stop, Empangeni (South Africa) arriving at 08/10/2026 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 15m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Bloemfontein to Empangeni
What are the most popular stations in Bloemfontein and Empangeni?
In Bloemfontein, you will usually depart from Tourist Centre, Sasol Andrews Gas Station or N1 South, while in Empangeni you will be arriving at Bus Stop, Dunne Rd or Museum & Tourist Office, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Empangeni from Bloemfontein? With 2 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bloemfontein and Empangeni, you can pay as low as £36 with a Bus from Intercape.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from CemAir: you will get to Empangeni in just 3h 40m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bloemfontein and Empangeni are Intercape, South African Airlink and CemAir, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bloemfontein and Empangeni is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bram Fischer Airport or to Dondolo, NL, and look at flights from Bram Fischer Airport, and landing at Richards Bay Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bloemfontein to Empangeni?
The most popular companies between Bloemfontein and Empangeni, are Intercape, South African Airlink and CemAir. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Intercape
Airlines: South African Airlink, CemAir and Safair
All you need to know when you travel from Bloemfontein to Empangeni
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bloemfontein to Empangeni. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bloemfontein to Empangeni
How can I reach Empangeni from Bloemfontein?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Empangeni from Bloemfontein.
How far is Empangeni from Bloemfontein?
The distance between Bloemfontein and Empangeni is 554.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bloemfontein and Empangeni?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 15 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 94 kgs, and a flight 136 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bloemfontein to Empangeni?
You can get to Empangeni with just £36 by taking a Bus from Intercape.
What is the fastest way to get from Bloemfontein to Empangeni?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Empangeni in just 3h 40m with a Flight from CemAir.
More routes to Bloemfontein and to Empangeni
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bloemfontein and to Empangeni. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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