How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown start from $47. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Queenstown?

The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 261 miles (421 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Big Sky + Intercape Budgetliner	Bus	11:25pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	14h 55m	2:20pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	Cheapest
Intercape Mainliner + Intercape Budgetliner Express	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 50m	7:15pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	Fastest
Greyhound + Eagle Liner	Bus	11:50pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	17h 45m	5:35pm	Queenstown (Sasol Garage)	No tags
Big Sky + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	11:25pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	17h 45m	5:10pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Delta Coaches + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:30am	Mcdonalds, Chief Albert Luthuli and Burger Street	16h 25m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	Cheapest
Luvalo Brothers Transport + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	2:00am	PIETERMARITZBURG	15h 55m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	Fastest
	Bus	1:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
	Bus	1:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
	Bus	1:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:05pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	10h 10m	3:15am	Railway Station	CheapestFastest
Big Tree Coaches + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:30am	Pietermaritzburg	16h 25m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercity Xpress + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:10am	PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201	16h 45m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Eagle Liner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201	16h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
	Bus	1:15am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 40m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:05pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	10h 10m	3:15am	Railway Station	CheapestFastest
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Mainliner + Big Sky	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 55m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Mainliner + Big Sky	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 55m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:05pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	10h 10m	3:15am	Railway Station	CheapestFastest
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Mainliner + Big Sky	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 55m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Mainliner + Big Sky	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 55m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:05pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	10h 10m	3:15am	Railway Station	CheapestFastest
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Budgetliner + Intercape Mainliner	Bus	1:40am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	16h 15m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
	Bus	2:45am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	15h 10m	5:55pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags

Next departures for Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown on February 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:05pm	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	10h 10m	3:15am	Railway Station	CheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner + Big Sky	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 55m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Big Tree Coaches + Big Sky	Bus	1:30am	Pietermaritzburg	17h 50m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Intercape Mainliner + Big Sky	Bus	8:25am	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	10h 55m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags
Big Tree Coaches + Big Sky	Bus	1:30am	Pietermaritzburg	17h 50m	7:20pm	Intercape Office, Queens Drive (Queenstown Station)	No tags

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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 5mAverage Duration

261 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Queenstown?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Queenstown

A
Railway Station
Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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B
Queenstown Station
14 Queens Dr, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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C
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage)
Intercape Office, Cathcart Road (next to Sasol Garage), Queenstown, 5320, South Africa
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D
Greyhound Office
17 Shepstone St, Queenstown, 5320, South Africa

Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/53,119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Based on 3119 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $47

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown, ZA 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 Queenstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown start from $47. The average price for this route is around $56. 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 Queenstown?
The average bus trip duration from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 261 miles (421 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/31

$55

02/01

$54

Today

$55

02/03

$46

02/04

$64

02/05

$48

02/06

$48

02/07

$48

The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown, ZA was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $64 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Queenstown, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-02-03.