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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 | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:05 PM SAST.
Get from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 1 day, 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Somerset West
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Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Based on 44640 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $82
Intercape Somerset West Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
The bus had to many 15 minutes stops. At night the driver almost caused an accident, he never came up to explain to us what happened. He just carried on with driving. In addition, the bus was supposed to arrive in Pietermaritzburg at 9h35 am . However, that was not the case we arrived at 15h30 pm.
Nomvelo J.
Nothing enjoyed.bus arrived very late.delayed about 4 hours
Chumani L.
Was very bad trip the driver was reckless and unfriendly
Nkosinathi Simon C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg 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 Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg start from $82. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus travel time from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg is 1d , covering a distance of 1195 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg at 9:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $122To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $122 to $176 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2025-12-23.
