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Which bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is the best?

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

today
from £9
tomorrow
from £11
Friday
from £9
Saturday
from £12
Sunday
from £10
Monday
from £9
Tuesday
from £10

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 3h 50m 09:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:20 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £9
Luvalo Brothers Transport 6h 20m 19:30 Johannesburg Park Station 01:50 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Intercity Xpress 5h 50m 08:50 Johannesburg Park Station 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Citiliner 3h 30m 10:15 Johannesburg Park Station 13:45 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £11
Eagle Liner 9h 30m 05:10 Johannesburg Baragwanath 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Luvalo Brothers Transport 6h 20m 19:30 Johannesburg Park Station 01:50 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Intercity Xpress 5h 50m 08:50 Johannesburg Park Station 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Eagle Liner 9h 30m 05:10 Johannesburg Baragwanath 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Intercape 8h 0m 08:00 Johannesburg Park Station 16:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Basic £12
Citiliner 6h 10m 10:15 Johannesburg Park Station 16:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 3h 50m 09:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:20 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £9
Luvalo Brothers Transport 6h 20m 19:30 Johannesburg Park Station 01:50 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Intercity Xpress 5h 50m 08:50 Johannesburg Park Station 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Eagle Liner 9h 30m 05:10 Johannesburg Baragwanath 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Intercape 6h 30m 09:30 Johannesburg Park Station 16:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Basic £12

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 7h 10m 07:30 Johannesburg Park Station 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Intercity Xpress 5h 45m 21:00 Johannesburg Park Station 02:45 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Intercape 6h 25m 07:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Basic £13
Citiliner 8h 15m 20:30 Johannesburg Park Station 04:45 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
City to City 6h 15m 19:40 Johannesburg Park Station 01:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 7h 10m 07:30 Johannesburg Park Station 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £10
Citiliner 6h 10m 10:15 Johannesburg Park Station 16:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £12
Intercape 8h 15m 08:30 Johannesburg Park Station 16:45 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Basic £12
Intercity Xpress 6h 30m 06:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
City to City 6h 15m 19:40 Johannesburg Park Station 01:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
City to City 3h 50m 09:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:20 Pietermaritzburg Montrose Coach Station  Economy £9
Eagle Liner 6h 0m 10:00 Johannesburg Park Station 16:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £11
Intercity Xpress 6h 30m 06:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
Intercape 6h 25m 07:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
Citiliner 6h 10m 10:15 Johannesburg Park Station 16:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Eagle Liner 9h 30m 05:10 Johannesburg Baragwanath 14:40 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £10
Intercity Xpress 6h 30m 06:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:00 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
Intercape 6h 25m 07:30 Johannesburg Park Station 13:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
Citiliner 6h 10m 10:15 Johannesburg Park Station 16:25 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13
City to City 6h 15m 19:40 Johannesburg Park Station 01:55 Pietermaritzburg Burger St. Coach Station  Economy £13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is £9 on 20/08/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Johannesburg 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.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 122 daily coaches from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 91 daily coaches between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 456 coaches from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, while Night sees the fewest connections between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg, with 6 offers.

All facts for Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner that travel daily 100 times by bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg in one click. Book your Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg bus ticket starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 2h 50m
Earliest Coach 05:10
Latest Coach 23:00
Daily Bus Connections 100 Ø
Distance 444.3 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Citiliner, APM, Big Tree Coaches, City to City, Delta Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Greyhound Australia and 2 more.

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

Every day, 100 buses from 12 coach companies leave Johannesburg for Pietermaritzburg. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/08/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 18/08
Tuesday 19/08
Wednesday 20/08
£12
Thursday 21/08
£11
Friday 22/08
£9
Saturday 23/08
£13
Sunday 24/08
£10
Monday 25/08
£9
Tuesday 26/08
£13
Wednesday 27/08
£9
Thursday 28/08
£10
Friday 29/08
£9
Saturday 30/08
£10
Sunday 31/08
£10
Monday 01/09
£11
Tuesday 02/09
£17
Wednesday 03/09
£13
Thursday 04/09
£11
Friday 05/09
£11
Saturday 06/09
£11
Sunday 07/09
£11
Monday 08/09
£11
Tuesday 09/09
£13
Wednesday 10/09
£11
Thursday 11/09
£13
Friday 12/09
£11
Saturday 13/09
£11
Sunday 14/09

The cheapest time to travel from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, with £9. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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.

What are the most popular bus companies from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg timetable.

Eagle Liner from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

Eagle Liner

Here you will find the key facts about the Eagle Liner bus route Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 05:10
Last Coach 22:25
Daily Connections 14 Ø
Found on 20/08/2025

Intercity Xpress from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

Intercity Xpress

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercity Xpress bus route Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 06:30
Last Coach 22:15
Daily Connections 17 Ø
Found on 20/08/2025

Citiliner from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg

Citiliner

Here you will find the key facts about the Citiliner bus route Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 3h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:10
Last Coach 20:30
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 20/08/2025
In total 12 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg

Intercity Xpress
Mapule, 04/07/2025
Intercity should take lessons from Intercape. The bus is smelling of urine and faces, it is so cold and there is no order. Upon boarding the bus people were pushing each other because the one no one ... Intercity should take lessons from Intercape. The bus is smelling of urine and faces, it is so cold and there is no order. Upon boarding the bus people were pushing each other because the one no one to usher us in. Horrible service.... I regret buying intercity ticket..... Yeses the bus is not fit for animals even. Intercity busses belongs in the trash.. PERIOD!!!!
Intercity Xpress
Shekhar Mahabeer, 02/10/2024
The communication below was emailed to Intercity Xpress on the 27th September 2024...and no response TO DATE!!! Attention: Without prejudice I refer to Ticket no. B013JX90 TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWI ... The communication below was emailed to Intercity Xpress on the 27th September 2024...and no response TO DATE!!! Attention: Without prejudice I refer to Ticket no. B013JX90 TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING: 1. The boarding at Midrand was over 20minutes late and no one had any update. Even the employees at the counter where unable to assist or even provide contact details for Intercity Express. 2. After searching...All contact details where called for Intercity Express and no one answered! 3. EVERY SINGLE PASSENGER WAS SUBJECTED TO WAITING IN A DISSORDERLY QUEUE AND WITH NO PROPER SHELTER FROM THE WEATHER!!! 4. The bus DID NOT have air-conditioning making the trip to Pietermaritzburg even more Uncomfortable! 5. The bus DID NOT arrive on time in Pietermaritzburg leaving all planning for travel from drop off point to final destination totally diminished and costly to all involved!!! I require: 1. A complete refund of the ticket IMMEDIATELY! 2. Or whatever MUTUALLY ACCEPTED "GOOD WILL" Intercity Xpress will offer...within 48hours! I reserve all my rights in this matter.

All bus stations and stops in Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg

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

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 Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg? Compare all modes of transports from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg.

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

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

How much does a Johannesburg Pietermaritzburg coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Johannesburg Pietermaritzburg bus trip is available from £9 and takes 3h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 12 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 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 Johannesburg Pietermaritzburg route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is offered by roughly 100 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg take?

The quickest coach from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg is provided by Delta Coaches and takes 2h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £17. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Johannesburg at 05:10. 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 Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Johannesburg at 23:00. 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 Johannesburg Pietermaritzburg route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Johannesburg 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, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner.

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

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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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