How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Welkom?

The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Durban to Welkom?

The average bus trip duration from Durban to Welkom is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 290 miles (468 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Durban to Welkom route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to Welkom?

The earliest bus departs from Durban to Welkom at 7:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Welkom?

A bus trip from Durban to Welkom generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Durban to Welkom?

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 3015 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Welkom?

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 has the most timely service from Durban to Welkom?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Durban to Welkom?

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.

Bus Durban to Welkom from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Durban to Welkom on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Welkom on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Welkom on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Welkom on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Durban to Welkom on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	8:00pm	Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)	9h 50m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)	10h 35m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:30 AM SAST.

Get from Durban to Welkom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

290 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Durban and Welkom?

Stops in Durban

A
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa
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B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa
C
Durban King Shaka Airport
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D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060
E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa

Stops in Welkom

A
Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)
EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers), Welkom, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,291 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape Mainliner has received praise for its punctuality, friendly and professional staff, as well as the overall comfort of their buses. Many users appreciated the smooth journeys and timely arrivals. However, some reviews mentioned concerns about minor inconveniences such as unavailability of phone charging facilities on board and occasional delays due to external factors like student crowds or fuel issues.

Intercape Mainliner Durban Welkom recent customer reviews

The bus broke down, the wheel busted after that we the passengers had to change it, and it's started cranking so we had to wait for mechanic from 23:00 until 04:05 he came, so I I had to skip work

Londiwe M.

July 29, 2025

I enjoyed every moment of my journey, the trip and services were smooth and amazing

Elvis M.

May 6, 2025

Bus broke down around 2:30 am as I'm writing this message its 09:50 but we haven't been assisted, I must say the savice is very poor

Sphelele Z.

April 22, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,109 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Based on 3109 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Big Sky Durban Welkom recent customer reviews

Best trips,nice and clean bus buy they should give passengers like 15 minutes of refreshment in Montrose instead of 10 minutes

Asanda M.

April 21, 2025

ZA bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durban to Welkom by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Durban to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Durban to Welkom?
The average bus trip duration from Durban to Welkom is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 290 miles (468 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Welkom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durban to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Welkom at 7:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Welkom?
A bus trip from Durban to Welkom generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durban to Welkom?
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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durban to Welkom?
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 has the most timely service from Durban to Welkom?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Durban to Welkom?
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.

Best price found

12/02

$38

12/03

$26

Today

$42

12/05

$41

12/06

$41

12/07

$49

12/08

$47

12/09

$53

The cheapest trip from Durban to Welkom was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $65 for a bus ticket from Durban to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-05.