Bus Tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Shop 2 Mcdonalds Centre , Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
    Arrival time: May 7 at
    Destination city: Harrismith
    Destination location: Harrismith - Wimpy Bergview, Bergview, Warden Street, Harrismith, 9880
    Operated by: Eagle LinerEagle Liner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg
    Arrival time: May 7 at
    Destination city: Harrismith
    Destination location: HARRISMITH
    Operated by: BIGTREEBIGTREE
    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: Harrismith
    Destination location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    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: Harrismith
    Destination location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
    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 7 at
    Destination city: Harrismith
    Destination location: Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage)
    Operated by: Big Sky ExpressBig Sky Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$23
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 5m
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure12:10am
Distance192 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Harrismith

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

    The bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith takes 3h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Harrismith in about 1h 10m.

  2. What is the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Harrismith?

    Pietermaritzburg and Harrismith are 194 km (121 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg will take you to Harrismith - Shell Garage, Mkechnie Street (building adjacent to Garage) in Harrismith.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

    The least expensive way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$15, making this your best choice for this trip.

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

    The bus from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith will cost you US$23, on average.

  6. Can you take a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith. You'll spend about 2h 20m on the round-trip journey between Pietermaritzburg and Harrismith. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Harrismith.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-04
US$23
05-05
US$22
Today
US$16
05-07
US$17
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05-09
US$16
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05-11
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith was searched and found on May 9, 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$66 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Harrismith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-05-09.

Usually BIGTREE 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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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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