Bus Tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Butterworth
    Destination location: Butterworth
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Butterworth
    Destination location: Butterworth
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 7 at
    Destination city: Butterworth
    Destination location: Butterworth
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Butterworth
    Destination location: Butterworth
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: May 7 at
    Destination city: Butterworth
    Destination location: Butterworth
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$34
Average Bus Trip Duration8h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:45am
Distance371 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Butterworth

  1. How long is the trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth by bus?

    The typical travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth by bus is around 8h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Butterworth in 7h 40m

  2. What is the travel distance from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

    The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Butterworth is around 371 km (230 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds), in Pietermaritzburg, and end it at Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street, in Butterworth.

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

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$22, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

    Taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth costs on average US$34.

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

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05-05
US$38
05-06
US$32
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US$22
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05-09
US$20
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of US$20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20 which is on 2025-05-09.

Usually MAINLINER 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.

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