Bus Tickets from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 1 at
    Departure city: Port Elizabeth
    Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
    Arrival time: June 2 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$41
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:30pm
Distance661 km
Latest bus departure7:55pm

Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Port Elizabeth - Pietermaritzburg

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

    The typical travel time from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg by bus is around 13h 50m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Pietermaritzburg in about 13h 35m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

    The distance between Port Elizabeth and Pietermaritzburg is around 662 km (411 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central), in Port Elizabeth, and end it at Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds), in Pietermaritzburg.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

    The least expensive way to go from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$33, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

    Taking the bus from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg costs on average US$41.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Port Elizabeth until 7:55pm and reaching Pietermaritzburg on the following day.

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

Best price found
05-29
US$47
05-30
US$50
Today
US$39
06-01
US$27
06-02
US$27
06-03
US$33
06-04
US$30
06-05
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on Jun 1, 2025 with a price of US$27

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

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27 which is on 2025-06-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Port Elizabeth to Pietermaritzburg.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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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