Customers consistently express satisfaction with the comfort, punctuality, reasonable fares, and cleanliness of the service. There are no major issues reported in multiple reviews.
It was my first time traveling with intercape it was nice experience but driver of 931 from BFN to PMB caused me a flue because of cold aircon running the whole night
5 out of 5 stars
Mahlomola M.
I did not like the fact that the bus was delayed for 2 hours. This has messed up my day and prevented me to fulfill my work obligation.
2 out of 5 stars
Nyanine Chuele F.
I always enjoy the comfort, punctuality, reasonable bus fares and cleanliness.
Based on 10344 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at £13
Based on 11047 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
Based on 1938 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at £13
Based on 3065 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 £15
Based on 115 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Tree ticket prices on this trip start at £19
Based on 9166 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 £15
Citiliner Plus Pietermaritzburg Harrismith recent customer reviews
The bus was hot,air-conditioning not working, even the bus itself was not working well,the driver has to stop to restart it several times,worse it was 1hr late.
Based on 3879 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Delta Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at £18
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith
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 Harrismith?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith start from £13. The average price for this route is around £19. 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 Harrismith?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 120 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith produces an estimated 5 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 Harrismith?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 1911 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Citiliner, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
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.
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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith was searched and found on 26 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 Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £46 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Intercape, Greyhound South Africa 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.