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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Botshabelo - Astron Energy Garage, Main Road (H1) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Botshabelo - Astron Energy Garage, Main Road (H1) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Botshabelo - Astron Energy Garage, Main Road (H1) | No tags |
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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo
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 Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo start from £30. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 223 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo produces an estimated 9 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 Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45204 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo?
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 Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £32 to £87 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Botshabelo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2026-01-12.
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.
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