What is the distance between Welkom and Upington?

The distance between the two cities is 335 miles (540 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Welkom to Upington?

If you're headed to Upington from Welkom, chances are that your bus will depart from Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers) and arrive at Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Welkom to Upington from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Welkom to Upington on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	11h 10m	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	11h 10m	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	11h 10m	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	11h 10m	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	11h 10m	5:05pm	Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street	No tags

Get from Welkom to Upington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 10mAverage Duration

336 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

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Intercape

3.5/543,864 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive feedback about the helpfulness of the driver, who ensured passengers were comfortable and informed about the route and breaks. However, there are concerns regarding pest control, as some users have reported seeing cockroaches on board.

Intercape Mainliner Welkom Upington recent customer reviews

It was my 1st time using the intercape bus your driver Mr Mbovu made it easy for me to settle in the bus understand that how the route and breaks workers made sure all passengers are back from the shops before we continue with our journey

Paballo P.

October 19, 2025

Pests control not yet done, cockroches in your buses

Topollo Desmond M.

January 20, 2025

Good so far

Tshokodiso M.

March 11, 2022

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

Where are the popular stops in Welkom and Upington?

Stops in Welkom

A - Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)

Stops in Upington

A - Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street

B - Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Centre

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Welkom to Upington by bus

What is the distance between Welkom and Upington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Welkom to Upington?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/17

$42

11/18

No data

Today

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11/20

$55

11/21

$54

11/22

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11/23

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11/24

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The cheapest trip from Welkom to Upington was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $61 for a bus ticket from Welkom to Upington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-11-21.