Bus Tickets from East London to Pietermaritzburg

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TodayMay 16
from US$35
TomorrowMay 17
from US$28
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from US$24
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: East London
    Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus East London to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$34
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 25m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:20am
Distance445 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

East London to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from East London to Pietermaritzburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip East London - Pietermaritzburg

  1. How long is the bus ride from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

    The bus ride from East London to Pietermaritzburg takes 9h 25m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Pietermaritzburg in about 9h 5m.

  2. How far is East London from Pietermaritzburg?

    It's about 446 km (277 miles) from East London to Pietermaritzburg.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

    Buses departing from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) in East London will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from East London to Pietermaritzburg. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$24, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from East London to Pietermaritzburg?

    You can expect to pay around US$34 for the bus ride from East London to Pietermaritzburg.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-14
US$25
05-15
US$34
Today
US$33
05-17
US$25
05-18
US$22
05-19
US$21
05-20
US$21
05-21
US$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from East London to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$40 for a bus ticket from East London to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21 which is on 2025-05-19.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between East London and Pietermaritzburg!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from East London to Pietermaritzburg, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from East London to Pietermaritzburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from East London to Pietermaritzburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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