Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Mossel Bay - Shell Truck Voorbaai, Louis Fourie Road | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:39 AM SAST.
Get from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay
The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Mossel Bay?
Stops in Pietermaritzburg
- A
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
Stops in Mossel Bay
- AShell Truckport, Cnr Gericke Rd and Louis Fourie Rd, Voorbaai, Mossel Bay, 6506, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay start from $56. The average price for this route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
The average bus travel time from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 931 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 5m and is operated by Big Sky.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
A bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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 Mossel Bay was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $142 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Mossel Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-20.
Usually Big Sky 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.
