Bus tickets Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg from Ā£9

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg from various bus operators like Intercape, Intercity Xpress or Eagle Liner for the next days.
today
from Ā£9
tomorrow
from Ā£11
Wednesday
from Ā£11
Thursday
from Ā£12
Friday
from Ā£12
Saturday
from Ā£12
Sunday
from Ā£11

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    8h 10m
    0
    08:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    Ā£9
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 10m
    0
    07:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    14:40
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£11
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 30m
    0
    08:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£11
  • Intercape
    10h 0m
    0
    06:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:45
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    Ā£13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 30m
    0
    08:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£11
  • Intercape
    10h 0m
    0
    06:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:45
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 10m
    0
    07:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    14:40
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Citiliner
    7h 55m
    0
    08:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:25
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    Ā£13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Intercape
    8h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£11
  • Eagle Liner
    8h 5m
    0
    19:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    03:05
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 30m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Citiliner
    7h 55m
    0
    08:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:25
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    Ā£14

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:15
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 30m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Intercape
    10h 0m
    0
    06:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:45
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£14
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    Ā£16
  • City to City
    7h 20m
    0
    17:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    00:50
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    Ā£17

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • City to City
    8h 10m
    0
    08:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:10
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    City to City
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 30m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:15
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£14
  • Intercape
    8h 25m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:55
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£17
  • Citiliner
    9h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    04:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    Ā£17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:15
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£12
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 30m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Intercape
    8h 25m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:55
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£15
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 0m
    0
    20:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    04:30
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    Ā£18
  • Citiliner
    9h 45m
    0
    19:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    04:45
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Citiliner
    Economy
    Ā£19

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Eagle Liner
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:15
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Eagle Liner
    Economy
    Ā£11
  • Intercity Xpress
    7h 10m
    0
    07:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    14:40
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercity Xpress
    Economy
    Ā£13
  • Intercape
    8h 25m
    0
    05:30
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    13:55
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Intercape
    Economy
    Ā£14
  • Big Sky Intercity
    8h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    16:00
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Big Sky Intercity
    Economy
    Ā£16
  • Delta Coaches
    8h 25m
    0
    17:00
    Pretoria
    Bosman Coach Station
    01:25
    Pietermaritzburg
    Burger St. Coach Station
    0
    Delta Coaches
    First Class
    Ā£16

Frequency of bus connections between Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg

See here how frequent the connections between Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 108 daily coaches from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 56 daily coaches between Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 276 coaches from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg, while Night sees the fewest connections between Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg, with 33 offers.

Facts about coaches from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Compare all providers like Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Eagle Liner that travel 90 times every day by bus from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg starting from Ā£9!

Cheapest Bus Ā£9
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Coach 05:30
Latest Coach 21:30
Daily Bus Connections 90 Ƙ
Distance 482.2 km
Coach Companies Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Big Sky Intercity, Citiliner, APM, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches, Greyhound Australia, Big Tree Coaches and 2 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Every day, 90 buses from 12 coach companies leave Pretoria for Pietermaritzburg: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 24/06/2025 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from Ā£9, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from Ā£12.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg, with Ā£9. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from Ā£16.

How to save money travelling from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Pretoria 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 bus from Pretoria 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 itā€™s also cheaper, and later coaches from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

These are the most booked bus companies between Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg from our users.

Eagle Liner from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Eagle Liner

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

Cheapest Price Ā£11
Fastest Coach 7h 15m
Earliest Coach 06:00
Last Coach 21:10
Daily Connections 11 Ƙ
Found on 22/06/2025

Big Sky Intercity from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Big Sky Intercity

Here you will find the key facts about the Big Sky Intercity bus route Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg:

Cheapest Price Ā£13
Fastest Coach 8h 0m
Earliest Coach 07:45
Last Coach 20:30
Daily Connections 6 Ƙ
Found on 22/06/2025

Greyhound Australia from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Greyhound Australia

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

Cheapest Price Ā£21
Fastest Coach 7h 15m
Earliest Coach 18:15
Last Coach 21:00
Daily Connections 2 Ƙ
Found on 22/06/2025

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Pretoria - Pietermaritzburg

Intercape
Ntombifuthi, 14/12/2024
trips are not clearly stated that the bus is going to tour each and every town . Imagine you are going to Durban you book the earliest bus to your convenience only to arrive late afternoon at your de ... trips are not clearly stated that the bus is going to tour each and every town . Imagine you are going to Durban you book the earliest bus to your convenience only to arrive late afternoon at your destination. The places to buy food from are not the busiest is the smallest garage with no restaurants to cater for commuters in a quickest manner, the meds we have to take on an empty stomach. This service is utterly poor, I need to have a choice on which bus to take knowing exactly it is from this point via there until my destination šŸ˜žšŸ˜žšŸ˜žšŸ˜­šŸ˜­šŸ˜­šŸ˜”šŸ˜”šŸ˜”

All bus stations and stops in Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg? Or which bus companies serve the route Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg bus

How much does a Pretoria - Pietermaritzburg coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Pretoria - Pietermaritzburg bus trip is available from Ā£9 and takes 8h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg is offered by 12 companies with ticket prices ranging from Ā£9 to Ā£69. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg is offered by roughly 90 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Pietermaritzburg from Pretoria take?

The quickest coach from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg is provided by Intercity Xpress and takes 7h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost Ā£19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Pretoria at 05:30. 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 Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg?

The latest bus to Pietermaritzburg departs from Pretoria at 21:30. 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 Pretoria - Pietermaritzburg route?

Passengers looking to travel from Pretoria 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 Pretoria and Pietermaritzburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Pretoria 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 Pretoria?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Pretoria 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 Pretoria 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 Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

More bus routes to Pretoria and to Pietermaritzburg

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