How far is Pietermaritzburg from Ventersburg by coach?

The distance between Ventersburg and Pietermaritzburg by coach is approximately 224 miles (361 km).

Is there a way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Ventersburg without a car?

The best way to go from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg from £38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Orlando's Restaurant and Take Away (Bayford St)	6h 40m	04:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Orlando's Restaurant and Take Away (Bayford St)	6h 40m	04:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	22:05	Orlando's Restaurant and Take Away (Bayford St)	6h 40m	04:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:05	Orlando's Restaurant and Take Away (Bayford St)	6h 40m	04:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 03:20 SAST.

Get from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 40mAverage duration

223 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,981 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 43981 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £28

Intercape Mainliner Ventersburg Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The bus had break down leading to a delay of almost 2 hours other than that all went well

Siphamandla D.

4 May 2025

Big Sky

3.5/53,036 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg

How far is Pietermaritzburg from Ventersburg by coach?
The distance between Ventersburg and Pietermaritzburg by coach is approximately 224 miles (361 km).
Is there a way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Ventersburg without a car?
The best way to go from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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£39

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The cheapest trip from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £39

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

You can expect to pay from £39 to £43 for a bus ticket from Ventersburg to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-11-27.