How much is the bus ticket from Mbombela to Welkom?

The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Mbombela to Welkom?

The average bus trip duration from Mbombela to Welkom is 10h 20m, covering a distance of 314 miles (505 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Welkom route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mbombela to Welkom?

The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Welkom at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mbombela to Welkom?

A bus trip from Mbombela to Welkom generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Mbombela to Welkom from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Mbombela to Welkom on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	10h 20m	7:20pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	10h 20m	7:20pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	10h 20m	7:20pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Mbombela to Welkom on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	10h 20m	7:20pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	10h 20m	7:20pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive	10h 20m	7:20pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:03 PM SAST.

Get from Mbombela to Welkom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 20mAverage Duration

314 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mbombela and Welkom?

Stops in Mbombela

A
Nelspruit - Intercape Office, 15 Samora Machel Drive
Intercape Office,, Opposite Promanade Hotel, 15 Samora Machel Drive, Nelspruit Central, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa
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B
Nelspruit Evening
Total Super Motors, 4 Samora Machel Dr, Nelspruit, 1201, South Africa

Stops in Welkom

A
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers), Welkom, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53,061 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and enjoyable service. Many appreciated aspects like music during the ride. However, there was a mention of a four-hour delay in one instance, but overall satisfaction with safety and comfort remains evident across reviews.

Big Sky Mbombela Welkom recent customer reviews

The bus is clean and the driver is the best .thanks alot for taking me home safely

Teboho M.

July 24, 2025

Bus was clean service good I enjoyed my trip

Mangaka N.

June 27, 2025

It was nice exept for the 4 hour delay

Jacky O.

December 22, 2024

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mbombela 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 Mbombela to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mbombela to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Mbombela to Welkom?
The average bus trip duration from Mbombela to Welkom is 10h 20m, covering a distance of 314 miles (505 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Mbombela to Welkom route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mbombela to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Mbombela to Welkom at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mbombela to Welkom?
A bus trip from Mbombela to Welkom generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$31

11/27

$40

Today

$48

11/29

$30

11/30

$34

12/01

$37

12/02

No data

12/03

No data

The cheapest trip from Mbombela to Welkom was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $53 for a bus ticket from Mbombela to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-29.