How far is Welkom from Pietermaritzburg?

The distance between Welkom and Pietermaritzburg is approximately 401 km (249 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Welkom to Pietermaritzburg?

Buses departing from Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) in Welkom will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.

Bus Welkom to Pietermaritzburg from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Welkom to Pietermaritzburg on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Welkom to Pietermaritzburg on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Welkom to Pietermaritzburg on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Welkom to Pietermaritzburg on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	8:50pm	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	7h 55m	4:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:31 PM SAST.

Get from Welkom to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 55mAverage Duration

399 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,724 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 43724 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 $48

Intercape Welkom Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

A lot of work needed

William K.

March 27, 2021

load music through the night , could not rest, bus not comfortable at all.

Nomahlubi R.

February 18, 2021

Big Sky

3.5/52,959 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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Where are the popular stops in Welkom and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Welkom

A - Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A - Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Welkom to Pietermaritzburg by bus

How far is Welkom from Pietermaritzburg?
The distance between Welkom and Pietermaritzburg is approximately 401 km (249 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Welkom to Pietermaritzburg?
Buses departing from Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) in Welkom will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-11

$38

11-12

$35

Today

$42

11-14

$67

11-15

$67

11-16

$71

11-17

$67

11-18

$71

The cheapest trip from Welkom to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 12, 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 Welkom to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $83 for a bus ticket from Welkom to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-11-14.