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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Umtata Station | Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, King Edward Street (opposite Train Station) | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Office, St Margaret’s House, Cnr Victoria and Madera Str, Mthatha | PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:43 AM SAST.
Get from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg
The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Pietermaritzburg?
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mthatha 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 Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg start from $30. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
The average bus travel time from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 270 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Delta Coaches, Citiliner, Big Tree, Luvalo Brothers Transport, Greyhound South Africa, Transitliner.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
A bus trip from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 64 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Luvalo Brothers Transport has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Luvalo Brothers Transport, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $75 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-02-09.
Usually Greyhound South Africa, Big Tree 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.
