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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | MONTROSE SHELL ULTRA - REFRESHMENT STOP - Montrose Shell Ultra City, Cnr N3 Highway and Swinburne | PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:21 PM SAST.
Get from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 331, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swinburne and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Swinburne
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Swinburne - Montrose Shell Ultra City
Montrose Shell Ultra City, Swinburne, South Africa
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg 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 Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg start at R 331. The average price for this route is around R 505. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 176 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg produces an estimated 4 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 Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
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 Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
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 Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 294To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swinburne to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
