Bus Tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein

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TodayMay 1
from US$34
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Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Bloemfontein
    Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$39
Average Bus Trip Duration10h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure8:45am
Distance408 km
Latest bus departure9:20pm

Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Bloemfontein

  1. How long does it take to get to Bloemfontein from Pietermaritzburg by bus?

    The typical travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein by bus is around 10h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Bloemfontein in about 9h 5m.

  2. What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Bloemfontein?

    The distance covered from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein is 410 km (254 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds), in Pietermaritzburg, and end it at Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South, in Bloemfontein.

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

    The least expensive way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$31, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?

    The bus fare from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein is approximately US$39.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Pietermaritzburg until 9:20pm and reaching Bloemfontein on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-29
US$25
04-30
US$42
Today
US$31
05-02
US$31
05-03
US$28
05-04
US$31
05-05
US$29
05-06
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$25

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 US$25 to US$62 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 US$28 which is on 2025-05-03.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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