How much does a bus ticket from East London to Welkom cost?

The bus ticket price from East London to Welkom starts at R 381. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from East London to Welkom is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from East London to Welkom?

The average travel time between East London and Welkom is around 10h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 573 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between East London and Welkom?

The number of buses from East London to Welkom can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from East London to Welkom by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from East London to Welkom?

When taking the bus from East London to Welkom, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Welkom?

Buses travelling between East London and Welkom leave from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) or Railway Station and arrive at Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers).

Bus East London to Welkom from R 352 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Welkom on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	East London Windmill Park	9h 55m	01:55	WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 40m	03:10	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	10h 25m	03:10	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures from East London to Welkom on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Railway Station	9h 45m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Railway Station	9h 55m	02:40	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	16:40	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 5m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags

Next departures from East London to Welkom on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Railway Station	9h 45m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Railway Station	9h 55m	02:40	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	16:40	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 5m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags

Next departures from East London to Welkom on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Railway Station	9h 45m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Railway Station	9h 55m	02:40	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	16:40	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 5m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags

Next departures from East London to Welkom on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	16:45	Intercape Office, Station Road (East London Station)	10h 25m	03:10	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 40m	03:10	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures from East London to Welkom on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Railway Station	9h 45m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	12h 50m	03:20	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:45	Railway Station	9h 55m	02:40	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	16:40	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 5m	02:45	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from East London to Welkom

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Welkom. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 667, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2shuttle per day

9h 50mAverage duration

571 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 381 - R 1 208	Average duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 667 - R 1 365	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 768 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to the users, Intercape provides an excellent travel experience with skilled drivers ensuring a smooth ride. The positive feedback highlights that this bus service is well-suited for their journeys, making it a preferred choice among travelers.

Intercape Mainliner East London Welkom recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the drivers skills,exellent smooth ride,thanks.

Andre S.

15 September 2025

heat inside

Nomakhaya S.

18 July 2023

Intercape is the right bus for my journey

Buyiswa M.

28 June 2022

Intercity Xpress

3/510 913 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 10913 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at R 389

Intercity Xpress East London Welkom recent customer reviews

The heaters where not working and the whole journey was just a cold winter but the stuff was too helpful on everything and kind

Lindokuhle M.

11 March 2024

The bus overheated after 100km the bus left East London and the drivers didn't communicate on what was wrong with the bus. The bus delayed me woth 2 hours.

Zizipho N.

9 September 2023

The first bus broke and the seconded bus also had lights issues and toilets stinks through out the trip.

Mpoetsi M.

24 August 2023

Eagle Liner

3/510 226 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10226 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 389

Eagle Liner East London Welkom recent customer reviews

The driver were rude to me, there is no toilet on the bus, they fave me the wrong bag

Joey S.

17 December 2024

The drivers were rude

Mpho M.

13 October 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 116 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

APM WC

2/52 701 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

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Where are the popular stops in East London and Welkom?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - East London

D - Windmill Mall

Stops in Welkom

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from East London to Welkom by bus

How much does a bus ticket from East London to Welkom cost?
The bus ticket price from East London to Welkom starts at R 381. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from East London to Welkom is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from East London to Welkom?
The average travel time between East London and Welkom is around 10h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 573 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between East London and Welkom?
The number of buses from East London to Welkom can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from East London to Welkom by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from East London to Welkom?
When taking the bus from East London to Welkom, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Welkom?
Buses travelling between East London and Welkom leave from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) or Railway Station and arrive at Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers).

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

R 423

14/11

R 465

Today

R 526

16/11

R 452

17/11

R 358

18/11

R 357

19/11

R 358

20/11

R 353

The cheapest trip from East London to Welkom was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 353

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

You can expect to pay from R 353 to R 820 for a bus ticket from East London to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 353, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Intercity Xpress 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.