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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2) | No tags |
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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Qumbu?
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 Qumbu
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Qumbu - Total Garage, Aubert Street (N2)
Total Garage,, Aubert Street, N2, Qumbu, 5180, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu 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 Qumbu?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu start from $34. The average price for this route is around $66. 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 Qumbu?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 227 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu generates an estimated 6 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 Qumbu?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Qumbu, as early as possible.
