Bus from Welkom to East London: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Welkom to East London on February 3
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
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Next departures for Welkom to East London on February 4
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
Railway Station
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
East London (Windmill Mall)
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Next departures for Welkom to East London on February 5
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
Railway Station
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
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Next departures for Welkom to East London on February 6
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
Railway Station
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street
East London (Windmill Mall)
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Compare 2 ways to go from Welkom to East London
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have shared positive feedback about the drivers, highlighting their helpfulness and effective communication. The cleanliness of the buses was also appreciated by passengers. However, some users mentioned delays in arrival times and an unpleasant smell from the bus toilet as areas for improvement during their trips.
Intercape Budgetliner Welkom East London recent customer reviews
The bus drivers communicated well with us, they were patient especially during bathroom breaks. They bus came in late which resulted me arriving at my destination late however I was happy with the driver’s treatment.
4 out of 5 stars
Humane D.
Driver was extremely rude. When asked to turn temperature down a bit in the cabin we where laughed at. Bathroom a disgrace
2 out of 5 stars
Kevin B.
The driver was very helpful. He drove safely. He kept us informed. The bus was clean. The only thing that put me off was the smell of toilet on the bus.
Based on 11169 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at $29
Eagle Liner Welkom East London recent customer reviews
It was very late, they said it was the weather condition, driver number 2 wasn’t nice there were old people who complained about being wet whilst they were inside the bus and the driver said where is the umbrella?, it was cold, charging places were not working. But their driving was fine.
2 out of 5 stars
Milani N.
The bus came in late and did not report that it will delay. There were no empty chairs and the bus was cold
Passengers generally appreciated the comfortable and well-maintained buses, with polite drivers enhancing their travel experience. However, several reviews noted that buses often arrived late by about 30 minutes. Despite this delay, some users mentioned that the bus managed to make up for lost time during the journey.
Intercity Xpress Welkom East London recent customer reviews
I was very happy everything was okay
Worse part our driver he was very caring and talk active😍
But why ticket yengane zolingana neyomzali 😓🙂↕️
5 out of 5 stars
Aviwe D.
The bus arrived late and that affected the time for arrival at our destination. Otherwise the bus was in good condition. The drivers were polite. Surely I will use Intercity for my next trip.
3 out of 5 stars
Cikizwa M.
The bus had a breakdown at Rouxville at 2:30am, and no help was send or recovery bus for that matter, we had to 9 hours before being assisted, the intercity express bus company doesnt care about their customers.🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the seats. Milta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Based on 9432 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Greyhound Welkom East London recent customer reviews
The bus sechedule for 21:15 at Welkom was 2 hours late what aggravated matters worse at arround 10:00pm no one cared to inform me and I called the 011 number and I was told the bus is 20 minutes away and lo and behold the bus came at 11pm more than an hour after the 20 minute promissed. On arrival the drivers did not hqve tje decency to even acknowledge their lateness.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Welkom to East London 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 Welkom to East London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Welkom to East London start from $27. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Welkom to East London?
The average bus travel time from Welkom to East London is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 572 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Milta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Welkom to East London route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Welkom to East London?
The earliest bus departs from Welkom to East London at 9:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Welkom to East London?
A bus trip from Welkom to East London generates an estimated 14 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 Welkom to East London?
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 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Welkom to East London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Welkom to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Welkom to East London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
01-31
$53
02-01
$56
Today
$41
02-03
$39
02-04
$34
02-05
$35
02-06
$33
02-07
$41
The cheapest trip from Welkom to East London was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $33
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Welkom to East London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $90 for a bus ticket from Welkom to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2026-02-06.
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.
The cheapest trip from Welkom to East London was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $33
