Find coaches from Potchefstroom to Welkom

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Next departures from Potchefstroom to Welkom on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Budgetliner
Total Garage
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)Cheapest
Greyhound
Total Garage
WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, WelkomFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Total Garage
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Total Garage
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Total Garage
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)No tags

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Get from Potchefstroom to Welkom

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The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3h 20mAverage duration
145 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Potchefstroom to Welkom: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$29
Average bus trip duration3h 20m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure14:15
Distance144 km
Latest bus departure20:05

Potchefstroom to Welkom Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Potchefstroom - Welkom

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Welkom cost?

    The bus ticket price from Potchefstroom to Welkom starts at US$20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Potchefstroom 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Potchefstroom to Welkom?

    The average travel time between Potchefstroom and Welkom is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 145 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Potchefstroom and Welkom?

    The number of buses from Potchefstroom to Welkom can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Potchefstroom to Welkom by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Potchefstroom to Welkom?

    When taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Welkom, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potchefstroom to Welkom?

    Buses travelling between Potchefstroom and Welkom leave from Total Garage or Potchefstroom 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
28/10
No data
29/10
US$16
Today
US$19
31/10
US$19
01/11
US$22
02/11
US$20
03/11
US$19
04/11
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Welkom was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$38 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Potchefstroom to Welkom.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Potchefstroom to Welkom, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Potchefstroom to Welkom.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Potchefstroom to Welkom, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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