Find coaches from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg

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Next departures from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg on 6 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Mainliner
    		Railway Station
    		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)Cheapest
    Intercape Mainliner
      		Railway Station
      		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)Fastest
      Intercape Mainliner
        		Railway Station
        		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
        Intercape Mainliner
          		Railway Station
          		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags
          Intercape Mainliner
            		Railway Station
            		Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)No tags

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            Get from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 550, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2bus per day
            10h 20mAverage duration
            463 kmDistance
            12kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceR 755
            Average bus trip duration10h 20m
            Number of daily buses2
            Earliest bus departure21:20
            Distance463 km
            Latest bus departure23:25

            King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip King William’s Town - Pietermaritzburg

            1. How much does a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg cost?

              The bus ticket price from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg starts at R 550. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from King William’s Town 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 King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg?

              The average travel time between King William’s Town and Pietermaritzburg is around 10h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 462 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between King William’s Town and Pietermaritzburg?

              The number of buses from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg?

              When taking the bus from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg?

              Buses travelling between King William’s Town and Pietermaritzburg leave from Railway Station or King Williams Town Railway 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
            03/11
            R 508
            04/11
            R 489
            Today
            R 527
            06/11
            R 674
            07/11
            R 804
            08/11
            R 764
            09/11
            R 637
            10/11
            R 632
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 489

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

            You can expect to pay from R 489 to R 1 090 for a bus ticket from King William’s Town to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 632, which is on 2025-11-10.

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