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Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on 21 November Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Cheapest £19 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Fastest £25 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) No tags £22
Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on 22 November Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Cheapest £22 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Fastest £28 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) No tags £25
Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on 23 November Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Cheapest £19 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Fastest £25 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) No tags £22
Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on 24 November Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Cheapest £19 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Fastest £25 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) No tags £22
Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on 25 November Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Cheapest £21 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Fastest £27 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) No tags £23
Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on 26 November Operated by Vehicle type Departure time Departure location Trip duration Arrival time Arrival location Recommended Price and booking link Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Cheapest £30 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) Fastest £36 Bus 21:20
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) 8h 30m 05:50
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) No tags £32
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 21:50 SAST.
View all departures Get from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Welkom? Stops in Pietermaritzburg Compare bus companies 3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5/5 43,920 reviews
Staff 4.3
Timeliness 3.2
Cleanliness 4.1
WiFi 1.2
Users have reported that the staff members were very friendly and helpful, both at the Intercape offices and with the bus drivers. Despite some mentions of delays, overall experiences seem to be satisfactory.
Intercape Pietermaritzburg Welkom recent customer reviews The staff members were very friendly and helpful from the Intercape offices to the bus drivers.
5 out of 5 stars
Asanda V.
14 February 2022 Can we please have a double story (sleepliner) in this route as it look more comfortable
I did not enjoy anything, the driver was not driving well
3.5 out of 5 stars 3.5/5 3,016 reviews
Staff 4.4
Timeliness 3.3
Cleanliness 4.2
WiFi 1.5
Based on 3016 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £31
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom
What's the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Welkom by coach? The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Welkom by coach is approximately 249 miles (401 km).
How can I travel from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom avoiding air travel? You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. 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.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom was searched and found on 23 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £35 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-11-23.
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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £18
