Bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Eagle LinerBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201Cheapest
Intercity XpressBus
Johannesburg (Park Station)
PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201Fastest
Intercape Mainliner ExpressBus
Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
Big SkyBus
    Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
    Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
    Delta CoachesBus
    Johannesburg (Park Station)
    Mcdonalds, Chief Albert Luthuli and Burger StreetNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:00 SAST.

    Get from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    50bus per day
    6h 30mAverage duration
    275 milesDistance
    11kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg start from £11. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      The average bus journey time from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 275 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Eagle Liner.

    3. Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 50 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Citiliner, Big Sky, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Delta Coaches, Citilink.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      A bus journey from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 62 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Citiliner, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    28/11
    £25
    29/11
    £20
    Today
    £13
    01/12
    £15
    02/12
    £14
    03/12
    £14
    04/12
    £17
    05/12
    £17
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

    You can expect to pay from £13 to £69 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-02.

    Usually Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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.

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