How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage start at R 704. The average price for this route is around R 1 063. 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 Uitenhage?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 661 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 5m and is operated by Big Sky .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage at 17:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage from R 598 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	15h 5m	08:15	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	15h 5m	08:15	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	15h 5m	08:15	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	15h 5m	08:15	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	15h 5m	08:15	Intercape office, 84 Constitution Road	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage

We recommend taking the shuttle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Uitenhage. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 744, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day

14h 35mAverage duration

661 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 704 - R 3 431	Average duration15h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 744 - R 1 548	Average duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Uitenhage?

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 Uitenhage

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Uitenhage - Total Garage, 62 Caledon Street
Total Garage, Total Cannon Hill,, 62 Caledon Street

Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3438 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. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at R 704

Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Uitenhage recent customer reviews

Bus came late We arrived late at our destination Bus Seats were very uncomfortable Bus has cockroaches.

Lethokuhle S.

7 January 2026

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage 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 Uitenhage?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage start at R 704. The average price for this route is around R 1 063. 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 Uitenhage?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 661 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 5m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage at 17:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/01

R 766

21/01

R 1 088

Today

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24/01

R 599

25/01

R 1 242

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 599

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

You can expect to pay from R 599 to R 1 378 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Uitenhage based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 599, which is on 2026-01-24.