How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito start at R 390. The average price for this route is around R 467. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 80 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Ballito route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito at 04:25. And the latest bus departs at 05:35.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?

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 45626 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Ballito from R 313 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 20m	07:55	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 20m	07:55	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	Fastest
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 20m	07:55	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 15m	06:40	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 15m	06:40	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 15m	06:40	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	No tags
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 20m	07:55	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	No tags
Bus	05:35	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 20m	07:55	Shell Garage, Ballito Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:10 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Ballito. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 403, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

2h 20mAverage duration

80 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 390 - R 641	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 403 - R 455	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito start at R 390. The average price for this route is around R 467. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 80 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Ballito route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito at 04:25. And the latest bus departs at 05:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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

27/01

R 316

28/01

No data

Today

R 316

30/01

R 545

31/01

R 313

01/02

R 338

02/02

No data

03/02

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 313

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

You can expect to pay from R 313 to R 603 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Ballito based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 313, which is on 2026-01-31.

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.