How much does a bus ticket from Paarl to Welkom cost?

The bus ticket price from Paarl to Welkom starts at R 454. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Paarl 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 Paarl to Welkom?

The average travel time between Paarl and Welkom is around 14h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 980 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Paarl and Welkom?

The number of buses from Paarl to Welkom can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Paarl to Welkom by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Paarl to Welkom?

When taking the bus from Paarl to Welkom, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa.

Bus Paarl to Welkom from R 475 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paarl to Welkom on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:35	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	13h 30m	03:05	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Cheapest
Bus	19:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	12h 50m	08:00	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Fastest
Bus	11:35	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 40m	02:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 30m	09:00	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	12:20	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 40m	03:00	WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom	No tags
Bus	11:35	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 40m	02:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	14h 30m	09:00	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	19:00	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	13h 45m	08:45	WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:51 PM SAST.

Get from Paarl to Welkom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 454, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

14h 5mAverage duration

983 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 707 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Eagle Liner

3/510 211 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 104 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/52 957 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

APM WC

2/52 691 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

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Where are the popular stops in Paarl and Welkom?

Stops in Paarl

A - Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street

Stops in Welkom

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl to Welkom by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Paarl to Welkom cost?
The bus ticket price from Paarl to Welkom starts at R 454. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Paarl 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 Paarl to Welkom?
The average travel time between Paarl and Welkom is around 14h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 980 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Paarl and Welkom?
The number of buses from Paarl to Welkom can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Paarl to Welkom by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Paarl to Welkom?
When taking the bus from Paarl to Welkom, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

R 532

11/11

R 536

Today

No data

13/11

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14/11

R 515

15/11

R 587

16/11

R 609

17/11

R 608

The cheapest trip from Paarl to Welkom was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 515

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

You can expect to pay from R 515 to R 1 084 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 515, which is on 2025-11-14.

Usually Intercape, Greyhound South Africa 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.