How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West start at R 813. The average price for this route is around R 854. 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 Somerset West?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1195 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West produces an estimated 30 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 Somerset West?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.

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

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 Somerset West?

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 Somerset West?

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 Somerset West from R 924 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d	08:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d 2h	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d	08:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d 2h	19:20	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	1d	08:45	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	No tags

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 813, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1195 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Somerset West?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Somerset West

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Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 621 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 192 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3192 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 813

Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Somerset West recent customer reviews

Abachazi/anounce uma befika kwidolophu sekfanele umntu ehle especially at night.bayakhohlwa ba kugibele nezingane.umntwana wam uze wadlula nebus.was suppose to get off in somerset west at 07h20.instead uqabuke sele esebellvile nge 23h00 ebusuku.almost robbed and kidnapped.😭😭

Noncedo C.

29 September 2025

All was good

Nkosinathi Simon C.

12 January 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West 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 Somerset West?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West start at R 813. The average price for this route is around R 854. 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 Somerset West?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1195 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West produces an estimated 30 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 Somerset West?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West?
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 Somerset West?
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 Somerset West?
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

16/12

R 1 365

17/12

R 749

Today

R 1 365

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R 1 365

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 749

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

You can expect to pay from R 749 to R 1 717 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Somerset West based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 365, which is on 2025-12-21.

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.