Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | ESTCOURT - MIDWAY MOTORS, LOWLANDS ROAD, ESTCOURT | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Midway Caltex Motors/Garage - Lowlands Road | No tags |
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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt
The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt 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 Estcourt?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt start from $23. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Estcourt?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt is 1h, covering a distance of 79 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 50m and is operated by Big Tree.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Citiliner, Big Tree, Greyhound South Africa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt generates an estimated 2 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 Estcourt?
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 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Estcourt was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $87 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Estcourt based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-11-29.
