How much is the bus ticket from Uitenhage to Welkom?

The cheapest bus tickets from Uitenhage to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $62. 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 Uitenhage to Welkom?

The average bus travel time from Uitenhage to Welkom is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 659 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Uitenhage to Welkom route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Uitenhage to Welkom?

The earliest bus departs from Uitenhage to Welkom at 4:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Uitenhage to Welkom generates an estimated 16 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 Uitenhage 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Uitenhage to Welkom?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Uitenhage to Welkom?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Uitenhage to Welkom?

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.

Bus Uitenhage to Welkom from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Uitenhage to Welkom on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Uitenhage	9h 45m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:45pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 10m	4:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	UITENHAGE - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street, Cannon Hill	10h 50m	3:40am	WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Uitenhage	9h 45m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 10m	4:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Uitenhage to Welkom on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Uitenhage	9h 45m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:45pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 10m	4:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	UITENHAGE - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street, Cannon Hill	10h 50m	3:40am	WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Uitenhage	9h 45m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 10m	4:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Uitenhage to Welkom on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:40pm	Uitenhage	9h 45m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:45pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 10m	4:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	UITENHAGE - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street, Cannon Hill	10h 50m	3:40am	WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom	No tags
Bus	6:40pm	Uitenhage	9h 45m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	6:45pm	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	10h 10m	4:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:35 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Uitenhage to Welkom

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Welkom. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 10mAverage Duration

659 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $114	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$49 - $127	Average Duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Uitenhage and Welkom?

Stops in Uitenhage

A
Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street
Total Garage, Total Cannon Hill,, 62 Caledon Street

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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Eagle Liner

3/510,427 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/511,133 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,189 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,111 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Uitenhage to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $62. 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 Uitenhage to Welkom?
The average bus travel time from Uitenhage to Welkom is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 659 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 45m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Uitenhage to Welkom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Uitenhage to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Uitenhage to Welkom at 4:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Uitenhage to Welkom?
A bus trip from Uitenhage to Welkom generates an estimated 16 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 Uitenhage 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Uitenhage to Welkom?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Uitenhage to Welkom?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Uitenhage to Welkom?
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.

Best price found

12-03

$35

12-04

$36

Today

$36

12-06

$36

12-07

$42

12-08

$41

12-09

$53

12-10

$42

The cheapest trip from Uitenhage to Welkom was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 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 Uitenhage to Welkom, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $67 for a bus ticket from Uitenhage to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Big Sky, Eagle Liner 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.