How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith start from $15. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 120 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Eagle Liner .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Citiliner , Big Sky , Big Tree , Greyhound South Africa , Delta Coaches , Luvalo Brothers Transport .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport , with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

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 Harrismith from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	1:35pm	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	Cheapest
Bus	10:05am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	1h 25m	11:30am	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	Fastest
Bus	8:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 20m	12:10pm	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	9:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	1:35pm	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Pietermaritzburg	3h	1:30am	HARRISMITH	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	3h 5m	11:25am	Meal Stop - Montrose Shell Ultra City	Cheapest
Bus	10:05am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	1h 25m	11:30am	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 50m	3:00am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 40m	4:40am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Pietermaritzburg	3h	1:30am	HARRISMITH	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 20m	12:10pm	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	Cheapest
Bus	10:05am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	1h 25m	11:30am	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 50m	3:00am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 40m	4:40am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Pietermaritzburg	3h 40m	2:00am	HARRISMITH	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 50m	1:10pm	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	Cheapest
Bus	10:05am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	1h 25m	11:30am	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 50m	3:00am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 40m	4:40am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Pietermaritzburg	3h	1:30am	HARRISMITH	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 45m	12:35am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	Cheapest
Bus	10:05am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	1h 25m	11:30am	Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	2h 50m	3:00am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	3h 40m	4:40am	Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Pietermaritzburg	3h 40m	2:00am	HARRISMITH	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:28 PM SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

120 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Harrismith?

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 Harrismith

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Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage), Harrismith, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,353 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Customers consistently express satisfaction with the comfort, punctuality, reasonable fares, and cleanliness of the service. There are no major issues reported in multiple reviews.

Intercape Mainliner Express Pietermaritzburg Harrismith recent customer reviews

It was my first time traveling with intercape it was nice experience but driver of 931 from BFN to PMB caused me a flue because of cold aircon running the whole night

Mahlomola M.

February 13, 2025

I did not like the fact that the bus was delayed for 2 hours. This has messed up my day and prevented me to fulfill my work obligation.

Nyanine Chuele F.

September 16, 2024

I always enjoy the comfort, punctuality, reasonable bus fares and cleanliness.

Phakiso N.

July 2, 2023

Eagle Liner

3/510,979 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Intercity Xpress

3/511,814 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Intercity Xpress Pietermaritzburg Harrismith recent customer reviews

Your buses does not come on time. They are always late with +-2 hours.

Lizzie M.

July 16, 2023

Citiliner

3.5/52,072 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.6

Big Sky

3.5/53,331 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Big Tree

2.5/5119 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,353 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Based on 9353 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $18

Citiliner Plus Pietermaritzburg Harrismith recent customer reviews

The bus was hot,air-conditioning not working, even the bus itself was not working well,the driver has to stop to restart it several times,worse it was 1hr late.

Nombulelo N.

July 8, 2024

Delta Coaches

1.5/54,061 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

Luvalo Brothers Transport

4/564 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith start from $15. The average price for this route is around $27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 120 miles (192 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Citiliner, Big Sky, Big Tree, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches, Luvalo Brothers Transport.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?
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

01/05

$24

01/06

$27

Today

$16

01/08

$26

01/09

$24

01/10

$22

01/11

$23

01/12

$22

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $100 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner, Big Sky 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.