Bus from Welkom to Cape Town: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Welkom to Cape Town on January 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
Cape Town Bus Station - 1 Old Marine DriveCheapest
Eagle LinerBus
TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
Bellville - 8 Mabel St.Fastest
Intercape SleeplinerBus
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
Big Sky ExpressBus
    Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
    Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)No tags
    GreyhoundBus
    WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom
    Bellville - 8 Mabel St.No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:55 PM SAST.

    Get from Welkom to Cape Town

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 14 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    16bus per day
    14h 55mAverage Duration
    1015 kmDistance
    25kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Welkom to Cape Town 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 Welkom to Cape Town?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Welkom to Cape Town start from $34. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Welkom to Cape Town?

      The average bus travel time from Welkom to Cape Town is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 1015 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by Flexi City Connect.

    3. Which bus companies service the Welkom to Cape Town route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect, APM WC.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Welkom to Cape Town at 3:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.

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

      A bus trip from Welkom to Cape Town generates an estimated 25 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 Welkom to Cape Town?

      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 44695 reviews.

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

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

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

      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.

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

      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.

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    $35
    Today
    $58
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Welkom to Cape Town was searched and found on Jan 1, 2026 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 Welkom to Cape Town, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $35 to $165 for a bus ticket from Welkom to Cape Town based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2026-01-06.

    Usually Intercape, Greyhound South Africa 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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