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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) | Richards Bay - Astron Energy, 7 Premium Promenade | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richards Bay. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$28 - $83 | Average Duration4h 25m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Shuttle | Average Price$35 - $73 | Average Duration4h 25m | 6kg CO₂e |
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Users have shared positive feedback about the service, highlighting punctuality and the convenience of charging devices onboard. However, there are some suggestions for improvement regarding communication when buses run late and comfort on smaller buses for taller passengers. Overall, customers seem satisfied with their travel experience.
Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Richards Bay recent customer reviews
Enjoyed their service just for them to make sure to reassure their customers when their bus is late… Thanks
Misokuhle L.
I enjoyed the trip. My only gripe is that when we changed buses the small bus was uncomfortable for me as I am tall.
Zamokuhle M.
The toilets where absolutely disgusting and no toilet paper on the entire trip... woman are not catered for at all
Michelle F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay by bus
What is the travel distance from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay?
Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay are 186 km (115 miles) apart.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $68 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Richards Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-24.
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