Bus Tickets from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg

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Next departures for Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg on November 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
    		Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
    		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)CheapestFastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
      		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
      Intercape MainlinerBus
        		Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade
        		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:25 AM SAST.

        Compare 2 ways to go from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pietermaritzburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1bus per day
        4h 40mAverage Duration
        189 kmDistance
        5kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$33 - $70Average Duration4h 40m
        5kg CO₂e
        Shuttle
        		Average Price$30 - $76Average Duration4h 50m
        6kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg by bus

        1. What is the travel distance from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg?

          The distance between Richards Bay and Pietermaritzburg is around 186 km (115 miles).

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-18
        $23
        11-19
        $26
        Today
        $35
        11-21
        $33
        11-22
        $28
        11-23
        $23
        11-24
        No data
        11-25
        No data
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $23

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $23 to $43 for a bus ticket from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-23.

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