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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201 | JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091 | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South
The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11000 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 WiFi. Intercity Xpress ticket prices on this trip start at $26
Intercity Xpress Pietermaritzburg Johannesburg South recent customer reviews
The bus arrived on time,safe driving and very much responsible stuff
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South by bus
How far is Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg South?
The distance covered from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South is 443 km (275 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $38 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-25.
