Find coaches from Durban to Pietermaritzburg

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Next departures from Durban to Pietermaritzburg on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity Xpress
    		Durban Station (Coach terminus)
    		PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201Cheapest
    Eagle Liner
      		Durban (Beachfront)
      		Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201Fastest
      Big Sky
        		Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
        		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
        Citiliner Plus
          		Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
          		PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds CentreNo tags
          Greyhound
            		Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
            		PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds CentreNo tags

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            Get from Durban to Pietermaritzburg

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            40bus per day
            1h 15mAverage duration
            70 kmDistance
            2kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Durban to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$27
            Average bus trip duration1h 15m
            Number of daily buses40
            Earliest bus departure06:30
            Distance69 km
            Latest bus departure22:30

            Durban to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Durban - Pietermaritzburg

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Durban to Pietermaritzburg cost?

              The bus ticket price from Durban to Pietermaritzburg starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Durban to Pietermaritzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

              The average travel time between Durban and Pietermaritzburg is around 1h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 68 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Durban and Pietermaritzburg?

              The number of buses from Durban to Pietermaritzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 40 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Durban to Pietermaritzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

              When taking the bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Intercape.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

              Buses travelling between Durban and Pietermaritzburg leave from Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) or Durban Station and arrive at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds).

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            30/10
            US$16
            31/10
            US$14
            Today
            US$16
            02/11
            US$14
            03/11
            US$17
            04/11
            US$16
            05/11
            US$17
            06/11
            US$16
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durban to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$14

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

            You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$36 for a bus ticket from Durban to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-11-02.

            Usually Citiliner, Bako Shuttle Services 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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            Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Durban to Pietermaritzburg.

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            Did you know?

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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