Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | UMZIMKHULU - Total Garage, 726 Main St, Umzimkulu | PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Umzimkulu - Total Garage (R56) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Total Garage, R56, Umzimkhulu | Mcdonalds, Chief Albert Luthuli and Burger Street | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:13 PM SAST.
Get from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Umzimkulu and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Umzimkulu 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 Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg start at R 355. The average price for this route is around R 529. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus journey time from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 87 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, APM WC, Citiliner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Big Tree, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg 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 Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
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 Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Citiliner has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Umzimkulu 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 Umzimkulu 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 368To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 368 to R 1 576 for a bus ticket from Umzimkulu to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 368, which is on 2025-12-19.
Usually APM WC 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.
Top travelled bus routes
People from around the world trust Busbud
Popular bus departures from Umzimkulu
- Find bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Germiston
- Umzimkulu to Cape Town bus times and fares
- How to travel from Umzimkulu to East London
- Find bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Port Elizabeth
- Umzimkulu to Butterworth bus times and fares
- How to travel from Umzimkulu to Pretoria
- Find bus tickets from Umzimkulu to Johannesburg