Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle, ZA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity XpressBus
PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
Newcastle (Mall) - Shell Garage Newcastle Mall, Cnr Oak and Allen St.Cheapest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940Fastest
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940No tags
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Engen Waterside Convenience, N11, Equarand, 2940No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:13 SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 20mAverage duration
128 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle, ZA

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 Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle start from £14. The average price for this route is around £20. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle?

    The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 128 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Intercape.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle at 11:50. And the latest bus departs at 11:50.

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

    A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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27/11
£16
Today
£16
29/11
£12
30/11
£12
01/12
£17
02/12
£17
03/12
£17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle, ZA was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £39 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Newcastle, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-11-29.

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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