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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shelly Beach, Marine Dr. | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shelly Beach, Marine Dr. | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shelly Beach, Marine Dr. | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Margate - Hibiscus Mall | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Margate to Pietermaritzburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pietermaritzburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$28 - $58 | Average Duration3h 30m | 3kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$29 - $61 | Average Duration3h 50m | 4kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Margate, ZA to Pietermaritzburg by bus
How far is Margate from Pietermaritzburg?
Margate and Pietermaritzburg are 133 km (83 miles) apart.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Margate, ZA to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Margate, ZA to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $43 for a bus ticket from Margate, ZA to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-21.
Usually Intercity Xpress 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.
