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Welkom to Carletonville by bus

Carletonville lies 191 km (119 mi) north of Welkom, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 41 min including stops, over roughly 233 km (145 mi) of road.

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WelkomCarletonville
CountrySouth AfricaSouth Africa
Population431,944182,304
Elevation1,376 m (4,514 ft)1,529 m (5,016 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg)
Postal codes9438–94882495–2519

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Staying in Carletonville

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Common questions

How far is Carletonville from Welkom?

191 km (119 mi) in a straight line, north of Welkom; by road roughly 233 km (145 mi).

How long does it take to get from Welkom to Carletonville by bus?

About 3 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Welkom and Carletonville?

No, both are on Africa/Johannesburg at the moment.

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.