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TodayMay 30
from US$34
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Kathu
    Destination location: Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Kathu
    Destination location: Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Kathu
    Destination location: Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Kathu
    Destination location: Elegant Fuel, Frikkie Meyer Street (Kathu Motors)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Kathu: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$45
Average Bus Trip Duration16h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:20pm
Distance744 km

Pietermaritzburg to Kathu Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Kathu

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

    The trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu will take on average 16h 55m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 16h 55m.

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

    It's about 749 km (464 miles) from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu.

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

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

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Kathu from Pietermaritzburg; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$40, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

    Taking the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu costs on average US$45.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu?

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

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

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05-29
US$31
Today
US$31
05-31
US$35
06-01
US$34
06-02
US$33
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu was searched and found on May 30, 2025 with a price of US$31

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

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$42 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Kathu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33 which is on 2025-06-02.

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