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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Carletonville, Engen Garage (Fochville Crossing) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags |
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Get from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carletonville and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Carletonville
- A
Carletonville
30 Kruis St, Fochville, 2515, South Africa - B
Total Garage
Total, 5333 Osmium St, Carletonville, 2499 - C
Caltex Garage
Celtex, 78 Annan Rd, Carletonville, 2499
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg start from £42. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg is 18h 50m, covering a distance of 281 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg at 10:15. And the latest bus departs at 10:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus journey from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
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 Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg?
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 Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 8 Jan 2026 with a price of £39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £39 to £43 for a bus ticket from Carletonville to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2026-01-08.
