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Which bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Durban to Pietermaritzburg. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner or APM. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£13
tomorrow
£12
Monday
£14
Tuesday
£14
Wednesday
£12
Thursday
£12
Friday
£13

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 1h 10m 22:00 Durban Bus Station 23:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
Eagle Liner 1h 5m 19:10 Durban Bus Station 20:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Intercity Xpress 1h 15m 06:30 Durban Bus Station 07:45 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £15
Citiliner 1h 40m 19:00 Durban O.R Tambo Parade 20:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £16
Intercape 1h 5m 16:00 Durban Bus Station 17:05 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 1h 0m 09:30 Durban Bus Station 10:30 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
City to City 4h 0m 21:00 Durban Bus Station 01:00 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £13
Eagle Liner 1h 10m 07:30 Durban Bus Station 08:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Intercity Xpress 1h 15m 06:30 Durban Bus Station 07:45 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £15
Big Sky Intercity 1h 5m 16:00 Durban Bus Station 17:05 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 1h 5m 19:10 Durban Bus Station 20:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
APM 1h 10m 20:00 Durban Bus Station 21:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Intercity Xpress 1h 30m 22:00 Durban Bus Station 23:30 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £15
Big Sky Intercity 1h 5m 16:00 Durban Bus Station 17:05 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £16
Citiliner 1h 40m 19:00 Durban O.R Tambo Parade 20:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 1h 10m 20:00 Durban Bus Station 21:10 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Eagle Liner 1h 5m 19:10 Durban Bus Station 20:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £15
Intercity Xpress 1h 15m 08:20 Durban Bus Station 09:35 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £16
Big Sky Intercity 1h 5m 16:00 Durban Bus Station 17:05 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £16
Citiliner 1h 40m 19:45 Durban O.R Tambo Parade 21:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 1h 0m 09:30 Durban Bus Station 10:30 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Eagle Liner 1h 45m 06:30 Durban Soldiers Way 08:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Intercity Xpress 1h 15m 08:20 Durban Bus Station 09:35 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Intercape 1h 5m 16:00 Durban Bus Station 17:05 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £17
Citiliner 1h 40m 19:00 Durban O.R Tambo Parade 20:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 1h 0m 09:30 Durban Bus Station 10:30 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Eagle Liner 1h 10m 07:30 Durban Bus Station 08:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
Intercity Xpress 1h 5m 20:55 Durban Bus Station 22:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £14
City to City 4h 0m 21:00 Durban Bus Station 01:00 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £15
Citiliner 1h 40m 19:45 Durban O.R Tambo Parade 21:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
APM 4h 45m 21:15 Durban Bus Station 02:00 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £13
Eagle Liner 1h 45m 06:30 Durban Soldiers Way 08:15 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £20
Intercity Xpress 1h 15m 08:20 Durban Bus Station 09:35 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £21
Citiliner 1h 40m 19:45 Durban O.R Tambo Parade 21:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £21
Big Sky Intercity 1h 5m 16:00 Durban Bus Station 17:05 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £22

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Durban to Pietermaritzburg is £11 on 16/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Durban 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 66 daily coaches from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 57 daily coaches between Durban and Pietermaritzburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 250 coaches from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, with 28 offers.

All facts for Durban to Pietermaritzburg bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner and APM that travel daily 60 times by bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg in one click. Book your Durban to Pietermaritzburg bus ticket starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 0h 50m
Earliest Coach 06:30
Latest Coach 22:00
Daily Bus Connections 60 Ø
Distance 67.0 km
Coach Companies Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM, Greyhound South Africa, Citiliner, Intercape, Big Sky Intercity and City to City

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

Every day, 60 buses from 8 coach companies leave Durban for Pietermaritzburg. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
Friday 19/06
Saturday 20/06
£13
Sunday 21/06
£12
Monday 22/06
£14
Tuesday 23/06
£14
Wednesday 24/06
£12
Thursday 25/06
£12
Friday 26/06
£13
Saturday 27/06
£18
Sunday 28/06
£13
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
£12
Wednesday 01/07
£16
Thursday 02/07
£11
Friday 03/07
£13
Saturday 04/07
£13
Sunday 05/07
£13
Monday 06/07
£13
Tuesday 07/07
£13
Wednesday 08/07
£14
Thursday 09/07
£13
Friday 10/07
£16
Saturday 11/07
£20
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Durban to Pietermaritzburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Durban to Pietermaritzburg, with £12. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Durban 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 Durban 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 Durban 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 Durban to Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Durban and Pietermaritzburg

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Durban 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 Durban to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Durban Pietermaritzburg coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Durban Pietermaritzburg bus trip is available from £11 and takes 5h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 8 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £30. 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 Durban Pietermaritzburg route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Durban to Pietermaritzburg is offered by roughly 60 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Pietermaritzburg from Durban take?

The quickest coach from Durban to Pietermaritzburg is provided by Eagle Liner and takes 0h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £21. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Durban at 06:30. 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 Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Durban at 22:00. 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 Durban Pietermaritzburg route?

Passengers looking to travel from Durban to Pietermaritzburg can travel with Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner and APM. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Durban and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Durban 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: Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner and APM.

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

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 Durban 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 Durban 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 Durban to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Durban 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 60 daily trips between Durban 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.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Durban to Pietermaritzburg?

Prices and availability for 60 trips between Durban and Pietermaritzburg change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Durban and to Pietermaritzburg

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