How much is the bus ticket from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest coach tickets from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg start from £15. 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.

How long is the bus journey from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

The average bus journey time from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress , Intercape .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus departs from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

A bus journey from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 3 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 Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

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 43907 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str	3h 15m	10:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	No tags
Bus	07:00	Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str	3h 15m	10:15	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	No tags
Bus	19:05	Port Shepstone - Shell (LSC motors)	3h 5m	22:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	19:30	Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str	3h	22:30	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	No tags
Bus	20:00	Port Shepstone - the Bedford, Bisset Str	3h	23:00	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Pietermaritzburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

3h 5mAverage duration

79 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £41	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£16 - £33	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Port Shepstone and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Port Shepstone

A
Port Shepstone
26 Colley St, Port Shepstone, 4240, South Africa

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Intercity Xpress

3/511,076 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Customers have had a lovely experience with the service, appreciating how they are treated. However, some mention that the stop to change passengers in Durban and Pietermaritzburg can be lengthy.

Intercity Xpress Port Shepstone Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

Lovely experience, just the stop to change passengers takes long in durban and pietermaritzburg

Rachid C.

4 December 2023

The service was very good I like the way they treat people.

Minenhle Nomvelo S.

16 September 2022

No complaints

Sanele T.

5 July 2022

Intercape

3.5/544,159 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg

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 Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest coach tickets from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg start from £15. 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.
How long is the bus journey from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercity Xpress, Intercape.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus journey from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 3 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 Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
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 43907 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Intercape has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, 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.

Best price found

28/11

£14

29/11

£13

Today

£20

01/12

£17

02/12

£18

03/12

£18

04/12

No data

05/12

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The cheapest trip from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 29 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 Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £13 to £30 for a bus ticket from Port Shepstone to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually 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.