Intercape Mainliner has received praise for its punctuality, friendly and professional staff, as well as the overall comfort of their buses. Many users appreciated the smooth journeys and timely arrivals. However, some reviews mentioned concerns about minor inconveniences such as unavailability of phone charging facilities on board and occasional delays due to external factors like student crowds or fuel issues.
The bus broke down, the wheel busted after that we the passengers had to change it, and it's started cranking so we had to wait for mechanic from 23:00 until 04:05 he came, so I I had to skip work
1 out of 5 stars
Londiwe M.
I enjoyed every moment of my journey, the trip and services were smooth and amazing
5 out of 5 stars
Elvis M.
Bus broke down around 2:30 am as I'm writing this message its 09:50 but we haven't been assisted, I must say the savice is very poor
Based on 3071 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 $57
Big Sky Durban Welkom recent customer reviews
Best trips,nice and clean bus buy they should give passengers like 15 minutes of refreshment in Montrose instead of 10 minutes
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban to Welkom 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 Durban to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Welkom start from $47. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Durban to Welkom?
The average bus travel time from Durban to Welkom is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 466 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Welkom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durban to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Welkom at 7:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Welkom?
A bus trip from Durban to Welkom generates an estimated 12 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 Durban to Welkom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Welkom?
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 Durban to Welkom?
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 Durban to Welkom?
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
11-27
$35
11-28
$47
Today
$62
11-30
$71
12-01
$70
12-02
$41
12-03
$79
12-04
$61
The cheapest trip from Durban to Welkom was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Welkom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $92 for a bus ticket from Durban to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-02.
The cheapest trip from Durban to Welkom was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $35
