How far is Welkom from Butterworth by coach?

The distance between Butterworth and Welkom by coach is approximately 313 miles (504 km).

Is there a way to reach Welkom from Butterworth without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Butterworth to Welkom from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Butterworth to Welkom on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	10h 30m	01:00	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Cheapest
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	10h 10m	01:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	10h 10m	01:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	10h 10m	01:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:15	Butterworth	10h 25m	02:40	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Welkom on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	10h 30m	01:00	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Cheapest
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	10h 10m	01:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	10h 10m	01:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	10h 10m	01:15	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	16:15	Butterworth	10h 25m	02:40	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:25 SAST.

Get from Butterworth to Welkom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 25mAverage duration

312 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,883 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Eagle Liner

3/510,264 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10264 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 £17

Eagle Liner Butterworth Welkom recent customer reviews

It was bad, the services are poor.. my Bag was packed well on the First Bus before I was changed to another bus because the driver doesn't like welkom rather will be given to another driver my Bags and suitcases were crushed together with my belongings and equipment inside...

Thapelo T.

30 January 2025

The buss stopped at Queenstown for more than an hour

Lumka R.

2 November 2023

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,136 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

According to the users, Citiliner provides a clean and comfortable travel experience with well-mannered and experienced drivers. The bus departs on time, ensuring punctuality for passengers. Overall, travelers express satisfaction with their trips and appreciate the good communication from staff during their journey.

Citiliner Plus Butterworth Welkom recent customer reviews

Bus depart in time at Butterworths and arrive 1hour 15min at Welkom see drivers we having manners bus clean I enjoyed my trip hopefully Citiliner will be my second home if I didn't use my car

Tseliso M.

28 October 2024

It was clean comfortable hot well experienced drivers n good communication

Vuyiseka M.

26 August 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Welkom?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Welkom

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Butterworth, ZA to Welkom

How far is Welkom from Butterworth by coach?
The distance between Butterworth and Welkom by coach is approximately 313 miles (504 km).
Is there a way to reach Welkom from Butterworth without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£18

19/11

£18

Today

£18

21/11

£25

22/11

£25

23/11

£25

24/11

£25

25/11

£25

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Welkom was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £33 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Intercape 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.