How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?

The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 247 miles (399 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom at 9:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom generates an estimated 10 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 3118 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Welkom on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Cheapest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 30m	5:50am	Welkom - EP Building, 17A Buitenstreet (TL Barnard behind Checkers)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:38 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

247 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Welkom?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Welkom

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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

3.5/544,530 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have reported that the staff members were very friendly and helpful, both at the Intercape offices and with the bus drivers. Despite some mentions of delays, overall experiences seem to be satisfactory.

Intercape Pietermaritzburg Welkom recent customer reviews

The staff members were very friendly and helpful from the Intercape offices to the bus drivers.

Asanda V.

February 14, 2022

Can we please have a double story (sleepliner) in this route as it look more comfortable

Njabulo N.

March 23, 2021

I did not enjoy anything, the driver was not driving well

Andiswa M.

May 13, 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,178 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom start from $33. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 247 miles (399 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 5m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom at 9:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom generates an estimated 10 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg 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

12/13

$30

12/14

$33

Today

$36

12/16

$33

12/17

$33

12/18

$49

12/19

$58

12/20

$52

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $66 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Welkom based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-16.