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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg | Heidelberg Mall | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street | No tags |
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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Heidelberg?
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 Heidelberg
- A
Heidelberg - Engen Garage, Eksteen Street
Engen Garage, 1 Eksteen St, Heidelberg - Wc, Heidelberg, 6665, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg, 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 Heidelberg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg start from $53. The average price for this route is around $86. 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 Heidelberg?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 398 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Big Tree.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg at 10:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg generates an estimated 10 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 Heidelberg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3334 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg?
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 Heidelberg?
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 Heidelberg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Heidelberg, ZA was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $180 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Heidelberg, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-01-14.
Usually Big Sky will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
