What's the distance between East London and Pietermaritzburg by coach?

The journey from East London to Pietermaritzburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 277 miles (446 km).

How can I travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg avoiding air travel?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus East London to Pietermaritzburg from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	15:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 25m	00:55	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	15:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 25m	00:55	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 25m	00:55	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 55m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 55m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 25m	00:55	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 55m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 55m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

Next departures from East London to Pietermaritzburg on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 55m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	22:30	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 5m	07:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 10m	09:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:10	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 55m	00:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	14:40	East London Windmill Park	10h 45m	01:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

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Get from East London to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

9h 10mAverage duration

277 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,842 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to reviews, Intercape bus service has friendly drivers and comfortable coaches. Some passengers mentioned issues like late departures and non-functional charging points. Suggestions were made for addressing a persistent smell in the toilet area. Despite delays, customers appreciate the safety measures taken by the company during travel.

Intercape Mainliner East London Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

Delay of bus and payments of extra money due to their mistakes, spending more day unscheduled

Nzima M.

5 August 2025

Toilet was full, charging ports were not working, the bus arrived 2 hours 20 minutes late without even keeping me updated. The trip was absolutely horrible

Nokuthula B.

15 May 2024

The bus was late with 45minutes before it left a departure, charging points sone were not working. Someone lost a bag due to not locked bus,when driving

Mlindo N.

27 April 2024

Big Sky

3.5/53,000 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3000 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £19

Big Sky East London Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The bus was nice and new and clean and organised, i.e. they had a bag for rubbish at each set of seats

Melani W.

17 November 2025

It's comfortable bus

John S.

17 April 2025

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

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Where are the popular stops in East London and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - East London

D - Windmill Mall

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A - Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from East London to Pietermaritzburg

What's the distance between East London and Pietermaritzburg by coach?
The journey from East London to Pietermaritzburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 277 miles (446 km).
How can I travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£31

17/11

£27

Today

£21

19/11

£21

20/11

£26

21/11

£21

22/11

£23

23/11

£17

The cheapest trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £61 for a bus ticket from East London to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually Intercape 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.