What is the best way to travel from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses to Pietermaritzburg from Upington. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Pietermaritzburg from Upington?
You can reach Pietermaritzburg with just £35 by taking a Bus from Intercape, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 14/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonBus Stop04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Upington (South Africa) at 14/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonBus Stop04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Upington (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 16/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonBus Stop04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Upington (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 19/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 20/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 20/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 21/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?
You can get to Pietermaritzburg from Upington in just 19h 45m with a Bus from Intercape. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 14/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonBus Stop04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Upington (South Africa) at 14/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonBus Stop04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Upington (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 16/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonBus Stop04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Upington (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 19/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 20/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Intercape19h 45m009:00UpingtonLutz Street04:45PietermaritzburgBurger St. Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Lutz Street, Upington (South Africa) at 20/12/2025 09:00:00 to Burger St. Coach Station, Pietermaritzburg (South Africa) arriving at 21/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
Fastest Buses Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Upington to Pietermaritzburg
What are the most popular stations in Upington and Pietermaritzburg?
In Upington, you will usually depart from Lutz Street, Kgalagadi Pick n Pay Mall or Bus Stop, while in Pietermaritzburg you will be arriving at Burger St. Coach Station, Montrose Coach Station or Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Pietermaritzburg from Upington? With 1 connections between 1 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Upington and Pietermaritzburg, you can pay as low as £35 with a Bus from Intercape.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Intercape: you will get to Pietermaritzburg in just 19h 45m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Upington and Pietermaritzburg are Intercape, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Upington and Pietermaritzburg is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Upington Airport or to Pietermaritzburg Airport, and look at flights from Upington Airport, and landing at Pietermaritzburg Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?
The most popular companies between Upington and Pietermaritzburg, are Intercape. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Intercape
All you need to know when you travel from Upington to Pietermaritzburg
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Upington to Pietermaritzburg. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Upington to Pietermaritzburg
How can I reach Pietermaritzburg from Upington?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Pietermaritzburg from Upington.
How far is Pietermaritzburg from Upington?
The distance between Upington and Pietermaritzburg is 901.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Upington and Pietermaritzburg?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 24 kgs of CO2, a train 32 kgs, a car 153 kgs, and a flight 222 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?
You can get to Pietermaritzburg with just £35 by taking a Bus from Intercape.
What is the fastest way to get from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Pietermaritzburg in just 19h 45m with a Bus from Intercape.
More routes to Upington and to Pietermaritzburg
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Upington and to Pietermaritzburg. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
