Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting polite and professional drivers who ensure a safe journey. The buses are described as tidy, often equipped with working air conditioning and chargers. However, there were some instances of delays in departure times without explanations provided to passengers.
Intercity Xpress Heidelberg - GP Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
My first ever time I enjoyed a ride. Was even thinking of reconsidering other means on transportation
5 out of 5 stars
Solani S.
I enjoyed everything the bus driver was very polite the people on the bus were 👌
5 out of 5 stars
Elizabeth K.
it was overall good but the bus departed about 45 minutes late with no explanation. We arrived one hour late in Pietermaritzburg.
According to multiple reviews, customers express dissatisfaction with the service due to delays and breakdowns. However, some positive feedback recommends Intercape for long trips. It is suggested that the bus company improves their maintenance and avoids unnecessary delays in order to provide a better experience for passengers.
Intercape Mainliner Express Heidelberg - GP Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
Excellent 👌
5 out of 5 stars
Fezile Precious N.
I didn't enjoy the fact that I sat on a broken sit. Very uncomfortable 😕
Users have expressed satisfaction with the punctuality of the service, noting that buses often arrive on time or even earlier than expected. However, there are mentions of discomfort due to small seats and occasional delays in arrival times. Despite these issues, travelers generally enjoy their journeys at night.
Eagle Liner Heidelberg - GP Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
I'm satisfied in terms of no time get wasted on the road including the break time except unforseen circumstances.
4 out of 5 stars
Dumi E.
The seats are so small it’s so uncomfortable and it did arrive 1 and half hours later but overall I enjoyed travelling in the night
Based on 3024 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $31
Based on 62 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Luvalo Brothers Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $27
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg by bus
What is the distance between Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg?
The distance between Heidelberg - GP and Pietermaritzburg is approximately 401 km (249 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg?
Buses departing from Heidelberg in Heidelberg - GP will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.
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The cheapest trip from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $18
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You can expect to pay from $18 to $96 for a bus ticket from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-24.
The cheapest trip from Heidelberg - GP to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $18
