How much is the bus ticket from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg start from $34. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?

The average bus travel time from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?

The earliest bus departs from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg at 4:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?

A bus trip from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Next departures for Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Cheapest
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	Fastest
Bus	4:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	8:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	BP Garage, John Ross Service Station	4h 5m	11:40pm	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:20 PM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pietermaritzburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

178 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $63	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$40 - $72	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Empangeni and Pietermaritzburg?

Stops in Empangeni

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Art and Cultural History Museum
Museum and Tourist Office, 42 Turnbull Street
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Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545,437 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 45437 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $34

Intercape Mainliner Empangeni Pietermaritzburg recent customer reviews

The bus was on time and I’ve arrived on time but the urine smell was very very bad . Its smells really bad , they need to empty their toilet bin before travelling or clean the bus thoroughly so we dont get to smell pee the entire trip

Zinhle B.

August 8, 2025

Lovely bus had TV and aircon was clean and om time

Angelo M.

April 14, 2024

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg start from $34. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus travel time from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg at 4:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-07

No data

01-08

$66

Today

$74

01-10

$69

01-11

$39

01-12

$46

01-13

$35

01-14

$31

The cheapest trip from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $74 for a bus ticket from Empangeni to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2026-01-14.