Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Welkom on August 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	10h 55m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	10h 25m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	12h 40m	2:10am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.	11h 40m	3:40am	Shell Garage, Cnr Tempest Road and Koppie Alleen Street	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 50m	4:20am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	11h 50m	4:20am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	12h 40m	2:10am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	10h 55m	4:25am	TL Barnaard, 28 Buiten Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:38 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Welkom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

418 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Port Elizabeth and Welkom

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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C
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, 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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Intercape

3.5/549,572 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

According to the users, Intercape provides a reliable and enjoyable travel experience with friendly and communicative drivers. The buses are noted for being on time, clean, and well-maintained. However, some passengers mentioned that leg space can be tight on long trips and suggested adjusting the air conditioning as it may cause discomfort for some travelers.

Intercape Sleepliner Port Elizabeth Welkom recent customer reviews

The bus was on time, clean and I loved everything about it. I really enjoyed the trip.

Aphelele D.

October 15, 2023

would be much better if the bus drivers can turn the heater cause aircon cause sickness to some people. Otherwise Intercape provides good service to customers. Always on time with everything doesn't disappoint

Lungelwa N.

September 14, 2022

They must use roads that are safe , the driver used a road that had big potholes felt like the bus was gonna fall

Noncedo M.

December 10, 2021

Eagle Liner

2.8/513,107 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.9

Users have expressed a desire for more modern buses equipped with phone chargers and reclining seats. Additionally, there was feedback regarding the air conditioning being noisy during travel.

Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth Welkom recent customer reviews

Driving was good n the drivers were polite when ever the passengers were delaying in the stops

Sonwabiso M.

June 13, 2026

My only problem was the aircone it was noisy

Madibeng T.

December 24, 2024

It wasn't very good,was very hot and cramped up

Michael B.

December 18, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3.1/515,086 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Port Elizabeth Welkom recent customer reviews

I didn't go yesterday to welkom ,I'm so disappointed about the response from the drivers

Athi P.

July 20, 2025

I was very dissatisfied with the treatment I got from your drivers.. he was very rude

Phumzile M.

December 3, 2024

Big Sky

3.5/54,382 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.6

Based on 4382 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 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 $36

Big Sky Express Port Elizabeth Welkom recent customer reviews

The bus was on time but it had a very bad smell of urine I could not eat it was the worse trip ever

Ziyanda M.

July 24, 2026

Greyhound South Africa

3.2/510,522 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.0

Wifi1.3

According to customer reviews, the service has received positive feedback in all aspects. However, there have been complaints about significant delays of up to 5 hours and old buses being provided. These issues resulted in customers arriving late at their destinations and experiencing inconvenience.

Greyhound Port Elizabeth Welkom recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the journey because we had places to charge our phones on and it was so comfortable

Lonwabo D.

May 10, 2025

Give us an old bus,we suppose to go at 16h00 but the bus came at 17h30.We go at 18h00 and arrived in Welkom at07h 50.I am late at work.

Lydia M.

April 12, 2023

Relaxing trip

Fatima D.

February 16, 2026

Milta Coaches

2.0/52 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.0

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.0

Citiliner

3.6/52,568 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

ZA bus companies:Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Welkom start from $25. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Welkom is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 418 miles (674 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 25m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Welkom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches, Citiliner.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Welkom at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Welkom generates an estimated 16.840125 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 Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2549 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Elizabeth to Welkom?
According to Busbud traveler 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

08/10

$25

08/11

$23

Today

$23

08/13

$23

08/14

$26

08/15

$26

08/16

$26

08/17

$27

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Welkom was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $49 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-08-13.

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.