Users have shared positive feedback about the service, highlighting early arrivals and excellent experiences. However, some noted inconsistencies in service quality. While one user enjoyed a professional return trip to Durban, they faced issues with ticket checking on their way there and experienced unprofessional behavior from staff during that leg of the journey.
Service not consistent. Great service on my return trip, but poor on my way to Durban. First boarded a wrong bus as my ticket was not checked in Bethlehem. Was rudely referred to as the Bethlehem lady and threatened to be dropped at whatever station if the bus got full as I was in the wrong bus. But I presented my ticket and it was not checked. This bus got to my station at the time that I was supposed to board. I had no way of checking if it was correct or not. My return trip was blissful and the crew was very professional.
Based on 3007 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $31
Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Bethlehem recent customer reviews
Best drivers. Comfortable bus and very warm. The bus arrived on time.
Engen garage, corner of Johan Blignaut and Airport road
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, ZA by bus
How far is Pietermaritzburg from Bethlehem?
The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Bethlehem is around 256 km (159 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds), in Pietermaritzburg, and end it at Bethlehem, in Bethlehem.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-17
$35
11-18
$28
Today
$33
11-20
$30
11-21
$31
11-22
$35
11-23
$33
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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, ZA was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $28
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $49 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-20.
Usually Big Sky 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.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bethlehem, ZA was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $28
