Bus Tickets from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 6 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 5 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Grahamstown
    Departure location: The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
    Arrival time: May 6 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 Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:50pm
Distance551 km
Latest bus departure9:35pm

Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Grahamstown - Pietermaritzburg

  1. How long is the trip from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg by bus?

    The typical travel time from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg by bus is around 11h 45m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 11h 45m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

    The distance between Grahamstown and Pietermaritzburg is around 551 km (342 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, in Grahamstown, and end it at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds), in Pietermaritzburg.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Pietermaritzburg from Grahamstown; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$36, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

    The bus fare from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg is approximately US$42.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Grahamstown until 9:35pm and reaching Pietermaritzburg on the following day.

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

Best price found
05-01
US$30
05-02
US$30
Today
US$45
05-04
US$28
05-05
US$29
05-06
US$30
05-07
US$28
05-08
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28 which is on 2025-05-04.

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