Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Total Garage | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage | WELKOM - Shell Ultra City, Koppie Alleen Rd and, Tempest Rd, Reitzpark, Welkom | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Total Garage | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Total Garage | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage | Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:32 PM SAST.
Get from Potchefstroom to Welkom
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Potchefstroom and Welkom?
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
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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Potchefstroom 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 Potchefstroom to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Welkom start from $22. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Potchefstroom to Welkom?
The average bus trip duration from Potchefstroom to Welkom is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 91 miles (147 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Potchefstroom to Welkom route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Potchefstroom to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Potchefstroom to Welkom at 2:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Potchefstroom to Welkom?
A bus trip from Potchefstroom to Welkom generates an estimated 4 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 Potchefstroom 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 Potchefstroom 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 Potchefstroom 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 Potchefstroom 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.
The cheapest trip from Potchefstroom to Welkom was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Potchefstroom to Welkom, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $77 for a bus ticket from Potchefstroom to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-07.
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