What is the distance between George and Pietermaritzburg?

The distance separating George and Pietermaritzburg is 554 miles (893 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from George to Pietermaritzburg?

If you're headed to Pietermaritzburg from George, chances are that your bus will leave from Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station) and arrive at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus George to Pietermaritzburg from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for George to Pietermaritzburg on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for George to Pietermaritzburg on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for George to Pietermaritzburg on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for George to Pietermaritzburg on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for George to Pietermaritzburg on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for George to Pietermaritzburg on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	George - Sasol Garage, opposite Eden Congregation (N2)	18h 55m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	2:35pm	Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)	19h 10m	9:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:48 PM SAST.

Get from George to Pietermaritzburg

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

18h 55mAverage Duration

553 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in George and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in George

A
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station)
Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station), George Industria, George, 6536, South Africa
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B
Sasol N2
Sasol Garage, 437 N2, George, 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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Intercape

3.5/544,019 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the friendly and professional nature of the staff. The driver was particularly appreciated for their courteous behavior, contributing to an enjoyable travel experience overall.

Intercape George Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

It was a very inconvenient trip, the bus have no charging ports my phone was off for about 10 hours

Lolo Samuel N.

April 20, 2021

Really enjoyed the driver/s ube/bebehlonipha

Thabsile M.

October 19, 2024

Everything was perfect, the stuff was very friendly and professional

Coceka M.

June 16, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from George, ZA to Pietermaritzburg by bus

What is the distance between George and Pietermaritzburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from George to Pietermaritzburg?
If you're headed to Pietermaritzburg from George, chances are that your bus will leave from Intercape Office, Station Street (George Station) and arrive at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$66

11/25

$83

Today

$74

11/27

$101

11/28

$119

11/29

$89

11/30

$102

12/01

$68

The cheapest trip from George, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $119 for a bus ticket from George, ZA to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-01.