Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors) | No tags |
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Get from Welkom to Kathu
The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Welkom and Kathu?
Stops in Welkom
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Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers), Welkom, South Africa
Stops in Kathu
- A
Kathu Shell Kathu
Shell Kathu, Shop 3 Corner N 8 &, Frikkie Meyer St, Kathu, 8446, South Africa
Compare bus companies
Based on 43966 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £32
Intercape Mainliner Welkom Kathu recent customer reviews
The bus was late,kept on stopping on the way,we arrived 2hours late from the estimated time of arrival.
Veronicah N.
My bus was 6hours 20 minutes late
Charmaine N.
Very happy with the service, my trip was comfortable.
Maxine M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Welkom to Kathu
What's the distance between Welkom and Kathu by coach?
The journey from Welkom to Kathu by coach covers an approximate distance of 226 miles (365 km).
How can I get from Welkom to Kathu without driving?
You can reach Kathu from Welkom by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Welkom to Kathu was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Welkom to Kathu as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £29 to £39 for a bus ticket from Welkom to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-28.
