Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Butterworth | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Butterworth | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Butterworth | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Butterworth | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:34 PM SAST.
Get from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Butterworth?
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA 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 Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth start from $35. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Butterworth?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth is 8h, covering a distance of 371 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Butterworth?
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.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $106 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-29.
