Many users appreciated the comfortable and pleasant experience with Intercape, highlighting friendly staff and timely arrivals. However, some reviews mentioned issues like non-functional charging ports, cleanliness concerns in certain buses, occasional delays of about an hour at destinations or stops along the way. Despite these minor setbacks, overall satisfaction remains high among travelers.
The experience was wonderful and drivers were very accommodating, just that we arrived 1 hour past the scheduled arrival time.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lungelo Z.
Decent trip, very comfortable, but just too many random stops on the side of the freeway which were unannounced, the bus was also almost an hour late to arrive at the destination, seemed as though the driver was also not making a effort to speed up a bit more to reach the destination on time
3.0 out of 5 stars
Siphumelele N.
I miss to land in Bloemfontein and I end up at Colesburg no help I didn't hear drivers announcement at the back seat
Intercape Megaliner offers 2 daily buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein. Though the average price for this trip is CHF 52, you can find tickets starting at CHF 38. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 10 hours 12 minutes.
Based on 15416 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 16
Trip was great just driver only stopped once on a very long journey he didn't make a break and by passed Montrose one needs breaks to stretch either than that all was good
According to customer reviews, Greyhound bus service has received negative feedback regarding staff inefficiency and poor communication. Customers have also complained about frequent delays, breakdowns, and long travel times. Additionally, there have been reports of damaged luggage and a lack of facilities for elderly passengers. Despite these issues mentioned in multiple reviews, some customers still appreciate other aspects of the service provided by Greyhound buses.
The bus was 4 hours late. My mother is 71 and there are no facilities for her to wait. Very bad service
1.0 out of 5 stars
Jessica H.
The bus from pietermartzburg to bloemfontein delayed for 4hrs and when it finally arrived it had cocoroches inside and very poor service from the stuff. I will never travel with greyhound citiliner again
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sinamile N.
Worst case experiences bus was late, no communication, bus breakdown and trip took 14 hrs. Ridiculous
Based on 4460 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 Wi‑Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 17
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein start from CHF 15. The average price for this route is around CHF 33. 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein is 10h, covering a distance of 409 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein generates an estimated 10.206 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 Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 49769 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?
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.
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09-07
CHF 14
09-08
CHF 15
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CHF 14
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CHF 14
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CHF 14
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CHF 18
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CHF 15
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CHF 18
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of CHF 14
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 14 to CHF 38 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 14 which is on 2026-09-10.
Usually Intercape 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 Bloemfontein was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of CHF 14
