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

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Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    8h 45m
    0
    08:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    17:05
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £8
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 10m
    0
    07:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    15:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £9
  • City to City
    7h 15m
    0
    09:35
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £9
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £12
  • Citiliner
    7h 55m
    0
    14:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    22:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 10m
    0
    07:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    15:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £9
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    09:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    19:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £12
  • Eagle Liner
    8h 45m
    0
    08:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    17:05
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £12
  • APM
    9h 15m
    0
    21:45
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    07:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    APM
    Economy
    £13
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £14

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    7h 15m
    0
    09:35
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £9
  • Intercape
    8h 0m
    0
    08:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 10m
    0
    23:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    07:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £12
  • Eagle Liner
    8h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 25m
    0
    09:25
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 5m
    0
    11:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £10
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    06:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £11
  • Intercape
    8h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £12
  • Citiliner
    8h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    7h 15m
    0
    09:35
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    £9
  • Eagle Liner
    8h 45m
    0
    08:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    17:05
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £12
  • Intercape
    8h 0m
    0
    08:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 25m
    0
    09:25
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £12

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    8h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £9
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    06:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £11
  • Intercape
    9h 40m
    0
    09:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    19:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 20m
    0
    09:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £12
  • Citiliner
    8h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    £14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 5m
    0
    11:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    £10
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 0m
    0
    23:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    06:10
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    £11
  • Intercape
    8h 0m
    0
    08:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    16:50
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    £12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 10m
    0
    23:20
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    07:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    £12
  • Citiliner
    8h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    £14

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria. 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 95 daily coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 79 daily coaches between Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 405 coaches from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria, while Night sees the fewest connections between Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria, with 18 offers.

All facts for Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Intercape, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress that travel daily 87 times by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria in one click. Book your Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria bus ticket starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Coach 07:50
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 87 Ø
Distance 482.2 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Citiliner, Big Sky Intercity, APM, Greyhound Australia, Greyhound South Africa, Big Tree Coaches, Delta Coaches and 2 more.

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria?

Every day, 87 buses from 12 coach companies leave Pietermaritzburg for Pretoria. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/05
Tuesday 27/05
Wednesday 28/05
Thursday 29/05
Friday 30/05
Saturday 31/05
Sunday 01/06
£8
Monday 02/06
£9
Tuesday 03/06
£12
Wednesday 04/06
£10
Thursday 05/06
£9
Friday 06/06
£9
Saturday 07/06
£10
Sunday 08/06
£9
Monday 09/06
Tuesday 10/06
£9
Wednesday 11/06
£9
Thursday 12/06
£9
Friday 13/06
£9
Saturday 14/06
£12
Sunday 15/06
£9
Monday 16/06
£10
Tuesday 17/06
£13
Wednesday 18/06
£12
Thursday 19/06
£13
Friday 20/06
£12
Saturday 21/06
Sunday 22/06

The cheapest time to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria, with £8. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

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 Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria 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 Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria, 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 Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria are also emptier.

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

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

Intercape from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

Intercape

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria:

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 7h 0m
Earliest Coach 09:50
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 30 Ø
Found on 01/06/2025
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.

All bus stations and stops in Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria

Here is a map with all coach stations in Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria

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

How much does a Pietermaritzburg Pretoria coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Pietermaritzburg Pretoria bus trip is available from £8 and takes 8h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 12 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £37. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Pretoria.

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

Each day, the bus route from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria is offered by roughly 87 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Pretoria from Pietermaritzburg take?

The quickest coach from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria is provided by Eagle Liner and takes 6h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria?

The earliest bus to Pretoria departs from Pietermaritzburg at 07:50. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria?

The latest bus to Pretoria departs from Pietermaritzburg at 23:55. 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 Pietermaritzburg Pretoria route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria?

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

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

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 Pietermaritzburg Pretoria 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 Pietermaritzburg Pretoria 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 Pietermaritzburg to Pretoria on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Pietermaritzburg and to Pretoria

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