Users have expressed appreciation for the warmth provided by the heater during a night bus journey, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, there was some dissatisfaction due to delays without prior notification.
Very bad… the bus was 2 hours late and there was no communication at all from the company. Imagine there’s no shelter whatsoever in Butterworth fir passengers, Ines life is at extreme risk.
1 out of 5 stars
Milani M.
I am very dissapointed! Intercape service is very POOR, my bus was suppose to deputure at 23H55 but it arrived at 01H40am and depured at 02H00 , it was too bad for me to wait for long and please drivers must keep the aircons on.
1 out of 5 stars
Siphiwe S.
I didn't enjoy the delay of a bus without telling us other wise I enjoyed a lot
Based on 9136 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $34
Based on 3010 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $33
Big Sky Butterworth Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews
I did enjoy the ride with Big Sky, the seats were comfortable and there was a heater and I was satisfied with the service
5 out of 5 stars
Aphile C.
Bus arrived very late I had to make another transport arrangements
1 out of 5 stars
Sphesihle M.
Driving was fine and comfortable but problem is the late arrival...
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg by bus
What is the travel distance from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg?
The distance between Butterworth and Pietermaritzburg is approximately 371 km (230 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Butterworth to Pietermaritzburg?
Buses departing from Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street in Butterworth will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-18
$38
11-19
$31
Today
$39
11-21
$38
11-22
$43
11-23
$30
11-24
$30
11-25
$30
The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $30
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $121 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-25.
Usually Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $30
