Bus from Johannesburg to Welkom: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johannesburg to Welkom on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)Cheapest
Eagle LinerBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten StreetFastest
Intercape SleeplinerBus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)No tags
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)No tags
    Citiliner PlusBus
    Park Station, 96 Rissik St.
    WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, WelkomNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:17 PM SAST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Johannesburg to Welkom

    We recommend taking the shuttle

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Welkom. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1shuttle per day
    6h 50mAverage Duration
    253 kmDistance
    8kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$27 - $148Average Duration3h 55m
    6kg CO₂e
    Shuttle
    Average Price$33 - $36Average Duration6h 50m
    8kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johannesburg 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.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Welkom start from $27. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      The average bus travel time from Johannesburg to Welkom is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 237 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

    3. Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Welkom route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Milta Coaches, Citiliner, Flexi City Connect, APM WC.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Welkom at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      A bus trip from Johannesburg to Welkom generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Johannesburg 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.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Welkom?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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
    11-25
    $26
    11-26
    $28
    Today
    $27
    11-28
    $29
    11-29
    $27
    11-30
    $27
    12-01
    $32
    12-02
    $31
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Welkom was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $26

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

    You can expect to pay from $26 to $114 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-29.

    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.

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