Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:52 PM SAST.
Get from Upington to Welkom
The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Upington and Welkom?
Stops in Upington
- A
Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
Intercape Office, Lutz Street , Upington, 8801, South Africa - B
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre
Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre, Cnr Hill and Le Roux Streets, Upington,NorthernCape,SouthAfrica
Stops in Welkom
- A
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers), Welkom, South Africa
Compare bus companies
Based on 44269 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 WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $59
Intercape Mainliner Upington Welkom recent customer reviews
Exceptional good
Topollo Desmond M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Upington 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 Upington to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Upington to Welkom start from $59. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 Upington to Welkom?
The average bus travel time from Upington to Welkom is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 541 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Upington to Welkom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Upington to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Upington to Welkom at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Upington to Welkom?
A bus trip from Upington to Welkom generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Upington to Welkom was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $82To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Upington to Welkom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $82 to $104 for a bus ticket from Upington to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-12-06.
