Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Total Garage | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street | Total Energies, N12 and Rocher Street, Potchefstroom | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom | Total Garage | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Total Garage | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 12/08/2025 SAST.
Get from Welkom to Potchefstroom
The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Welkom and Potchefstroom?
Stops in Welkom
- A
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers), Welkom, South Africa
Stops in Potchefstroom
- ATotal Garage, N12 and Rocher Street, 200 Nelson Mandela Dr, Potchefstroom, 2531, South Africa
- B
Potchefstroom
Jennys Quality Foods, 96 Peter Mokaba St, Potchefstroom, 2520, South Africa - C
Total garage
Total garage, Cnr., N12 and Rocher str., Potchefstroom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Welkom to Potchefstroom by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Welkom to Potchefstroom start at R 390. The average price for this route is around R 572. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
The average bus journey time from Welkom to Potchefstroom is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 147 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Welkom to Potchefstroom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
The earliest bus departs from Welkom to Potchefstroom at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 04:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
A bus trip from Welkom to Potchefstroom produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Welkom to Potchefstroom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Welkom to Potchefstroom was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 390To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Welkom to Potchefstroom as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 390 to R 1 831 for a bus ticket from Welkom to Potchefstroom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 390, which is on 2025-12-17.
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.
