What is the cheapest way to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba?

The cheapest way to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba is to drive which costs R 600 - R 900 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba?

The fastest way to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs R 600 - R 900.

How far is it from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba?

The distance between Welkom and Phuthaditjhaba is 574 km. The road distance is 252.7 km.

How do I travel from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba without a car?

The best way to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 7h 24m and costs R 950 - R 1 500.

How long does it take to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba, including transfers.

Can I drive from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba?

Yes, the driving distance between Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba.

Where can I stay near Phuthaditjhaba?

There are 20+ hotels available in Phuthaditjhaba.

Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Biuten St to Park Station
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Harrismith
3. Take the taxi from Harrismith to Phuthaditjhaba
7h 24m
R 988–1,450
Drive 252.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba252.7 km
3h 45m
R 613–885
Bus, taxi via Harrismith
1. Take the bus from Biuten St to Park Station
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Engen Bergview 1 Stop
3. Take the taxi from Engen Bergview 1 Stop to Phuthaditjhaba
7h 57m
R 658–1,330
Bus, taxi via Harrismith #2
1. Take the bus from Welkom to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Engen Bergview 1 Stop
3. Take the taxi from Engen Bergview 1 Stop to Phuthaditjhaba
8h 40m
R 748–1,229
Bus, taxi via Harrismith #3
1. Take the bus from Welkom to Johannesburg
2. Take the bus from Johannesburg to Engen Bergview 1 Stop
3. Take the taxi from Engen Bergview 1 Stop to Phuthaditjhaba
9h 37m
R 1,004–1,519

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 574.4 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Welkom, South Africa and Phuthaditjhaba, South Africa?

There is no direct connection from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba. However, you can take the bus to Park Station, walk to Johannesburg, take the bus to Harrismith, then take the taxi to Phuthaditjhaba. Alternatively, you can drive from Welkom to Phuthaditjhaba in around 3h 45m.

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