How far is Pietermaritzburg from Harrismith by coach?

The journey from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 121 miles (194 km).

What is the best way to go from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg without a car?

You can reach Pietermaritzburg from Harrismith by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg from £11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	HARRISMITH - WIMPY BERGVIEW, BERGVIEW, WARDEN STREET, HARRISMITH, 9880	2h 20m	14:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	2h	01:00	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	Fastest
Bus	12:35	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	3h 40m	16:15	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	22:00	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	3h 25m	01:25	Mcdonalds, Chief Albert Luthuli and Burger Street	No tags
Bus	22:10	Quest Garage	3h 30m	01:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

Next departures from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	2h 20m	16:00	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	HARRISMITH	1h 45m	01:15	Pietermaritzburg	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	3h 10m	03:30	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	01:25	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	3h 40m	05:05	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	23:30	HARRISMITH	1h 50m	01:20	Pietermaritzburg	No tags

Next departures from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:15	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	2h 10m	16:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	CheapestFastest
Bus	22:10	Quest Garage	3h 30m	01:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	20:10	Quest Garage	3h 30m	23:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	23:55	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	4h 5m	04:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	23:00	HARRISMITH	2h 40m	01:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags

Next departures from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	3h 35m	14:40	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	2h 10m	16:25	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	Fastest
Bus	22:10	Quest Garage	3h 30m	01:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	20:10	Quest Garage	3h 30m	23:40	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	No tags
Bus	10:45	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	2h 30m	13:15	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	No tags

Next departures from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	3h 35m	14:40	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	2h	01:00	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	Fastest
Bus	00:20	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	3h 10m	03:30	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	01:15	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	3h 15m	04:30	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	22:00	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	3h 25m	01:25	Mcdonalds, Chief Albert Luthuli and Burger Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:10 SAST.

Get from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

3hAverage duration

120 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,845 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

According to customer reviews, the service provided by this bus company is highly praised. Many customers express their gratitude for the great service. However, there are some negative comments regarding the attitude of certain drivers, which was described as disrespectful and disappointing. Additionally, a few customers mentioned that there was no air conditioning on board during hot weather conditions.

Intercape Harrismith Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The bus was excellent but the driver's attitude was very very bad and humiliating and very disappointing

Happy D.

27 April 2022

Journey was great however the seat was not as flexible as it was broken

Karabo Junior M.

7 April 2025

Fabulous 🤩🤩

Phakiso N.

14 July 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/510,947 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Based on 10947 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at £14

Intercity Xpress Harrismith Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

Your driver ,the old man with long grey berds and hair,he is very rude,worse he was falling asleep on the wheel ,the passengers has to tell him to stop the bus..please attend to that.very disappointed to that old man

Nombulelo N.

22 July 2025

It was very bad……I didn’t enjoy my first with intercity xpress because I booked the bus for the 24 of April 2025 at 13:05 pm from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg but the didn’t arrived I called for assist and they said im in the wrong location but my ticket t says another location. I left there at 5:00 all my plans was cancelled because of there carelessness.

Snegugu N.

25 April 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510,254 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service provided by Eagle Line. Specifically, there are complaints about buses not arriving on time and passengers waiting for extended periods in cold weather conditions. Additionally, some customers suggest that better communication through email or SMS regarding bus whereabouts would greatly improve their experience.

Eagle Liner Harrismith Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The bus didn't even arrive. I waited 3 hours in the cold!! And when i called them, they said the driver didn't know that he had a pick-up in harrismith.

Ayanda M.

9 June 2023

It Wil be better if eagle line communicate with awaiting passengers by email or sms regarding the where about of the bus

Phyllis M.

11 February 2022

Was late delayed my trip

Cia T.

25 January 2025

Citiliner

3.5/51,904 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.5

Big Sky

3.5/53,003 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Big Tree

2.5/5115 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Based on 9126 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at £16

Citiliner Plus Harrismith Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

My bus didn't arrived at harrismith as per my ticket, I called , they said the bus stop at montrose, I was very disappointed. Sorry for that, I had to buy another ticket for intercape

Katlego M.

12 August 2024

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,851 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

Luvalo Brothers Transport

4/562 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.2

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Where are the popular stops in Harrismith and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Harrismith

A - Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg

How far is Pietermaritzburg from Harrismith by coach?
The journey from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 121 miles (194 km).
What is the best way to go from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg without a car?
You can reach Pietermaritzburg from Harrismith by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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£11

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£11

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£13

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£11

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£15

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The cheapest trip from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £56 for a bus ticket from Harrismith to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, 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.