Coach Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg from £17

Which bus from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercape or Big Sky Intercity. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£20

tomorrow

£17

Monday

£17

Tuesday

£20

Wednesday

£18

Thursday

£25

Friday

£41

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 21/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 22/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	7h 35m	02:40	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	10:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 21/03/2026 02:40:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 21/03/2026 10:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£24	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 21/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 21/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 21/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 22/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 22/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 23/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 22/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 23/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 22/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 22/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£17	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 23/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 24/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 23/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 24/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Intercape	7h 35m	02:40	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	10:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 23/03/2026 02:40:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 23/03/2026 10:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 23/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 23/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 24/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 25/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 24/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 24/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Intercape	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 24/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 25/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Big Sky Intercity	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from Big Sky Intercity goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 25/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 26/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 25/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 26/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 25/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 25/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	7h 35m	02:40	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	10:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£25	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 26/03/2026 02:40:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 26/03/2026 10:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 26/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 26/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 26/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 27/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Intercape	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 26/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 27/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	7h 35m	02:40	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	10:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 27/03/2026 02:40:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 27/03/2026 10:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Intercape	10h 0m	18:45	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	04:45	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£44	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 27/03/2026 18:45:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 28/03/2026 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
Intercape	9h 35m	19:30	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	05:05	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£44	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 27/03/2026 19:30:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 28/03/2026 05:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m
Intercape	9h 5m	07:10	Bloemfontein	Tourist Centre	16:15	Pietermaritzburg	Burger St. Coach Station	Economy	£67	A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 27/03/2026 07:10:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 27/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg via Ladysmith, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Intercape
  
  9h 5m
  
  0
  
  07:10
  
  Bloemfontein
  Tourist Centre
  
  14:10
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £16
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Tourist Centre, Bloemfontein (South Africa) at 27/03/2026 07:10:00 to Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) arriving at 27/03/2026 14:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
- Intercape
  
  1h 55m
  
  0
  
  14:20
  
  Ladysmith
  Murchison Street
  
  16:15
  
  Pietermaritzburg
  Burger St. Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £13
  
  A Bus from Intercape goes from Murchison Street, Ladysmith (South Africa) at 27/03/2026 14:20:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 27/03/2026 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is £17 on 22/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily coaches from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 36 coaches from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg, with 10 offers.

All facts for Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape and Big Sky Intercity that travel daily 9 times by bus from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg in one click. Book your Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus ticket starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus	£17
Fastest Bus	7h 35m
Earliest Coach	02:40
Latest Coach	19:30
Daily Bus Connections	9 Ø
Distance	408.7 km
Coach Companies	Intercape and Big Sky Intercity

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

Every day, 9 buses from 2 coach companies leave Bloemfontein for Pietermaritzburg. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/03/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

£20

Sunday 22/03

£17

Monday 23/03

£17

Tuesday 24/03

£20

Wednesday 25/03

£24

Thursday 26/03

£25

Friday 27/03

£41

Saturday 28/03

£35

Sunday 29/03

£29

Monday 30/03

£26

Tuesday 31/03

£26

Wednesday 01/04

£38

Thursday 02/04

£39

Friday 03/04

£20

Saturday 04/04

£20

Sunday 05/04

£24

Monday 06/04

£30

Tuesday 07/04

£19

Wednesday 08/04

£19

Thursday 09/04

£19

Friday 10/04

£21

Saturday 11/04

£19

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £17, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg, with £17. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Tourist Centre

Park Road 60

N1 South

N8 & Kruger Avenue

Bus Stop

Sasol Andrews Gas Station

Burger St. Coach Station

Burger Street 269

Montrose Coach Station

Leinster Road

Woodburn Rugby Stadium

Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg? Compare all modes of transports from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Bloemfontein Pietermaritzburg coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bloemfontein Pietermaritzburg bus trip is available from £17 and takes 9h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £69. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Pietermaritzburg.

How many connections are available for the Bloemfontein Pietermaritzburg route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Pietermaritzburg from Bloemfontein take?

The quickest coach from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg is provided by Intercape and takes 7h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £22. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Bloemfontein at 02:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Bloemfontein at 19:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bloemfontein Pietermaritzburg route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg can travel with Intercape and Big Sky Intercity. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape and Big Sky Intercity.

What can I take with me on the bus to Pietermaritzburg from Bloemfontein?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bloemfontein Pietermaritzburg bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bloemfontein Pietermaritzburg bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 9 daily trips between Bloemfontein and Pietermaritzburg. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bloemfontein to Pietermaritzburg

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bloemfontein and to Pietermaritzburg

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bloemfontein and to Pietermaritzburg. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!