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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Upington
    Departure location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Arrival time: May 8 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: May 7 at
    Departure city: Upington
    Departure location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Upington
    Departure location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Pietermaritzburg
    Destination location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Upington
    Departure location: Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street
    Arrival time: May 8 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 Upington to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$47
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure9:00am
Distance897 km

Upington to Pietermaritzburg Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Upington - Pietermaritzburg

  1. How long does it take to get to Pietermaritzburg from Upington by bus?

    The trip from Upington to Pietermaritzburg will take on average 19h 40m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 19h 40m.

  2. What is the distance between Upington and Pietermaritzburg?

    It's about 899 km (558 miles) from Upington to Pietermaritzburg.

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

    Buses departing from Upington - Intercape Office, Lutz Street in Upington will take you to Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds) in Pietermaritzburg.

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

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Pietermaritzburg from Upington; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$40, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?

    You can expect to pay around US$47 for the bus ride from Upington to Pietermaritzburg.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Upington to Pietermaritzburg?

    Yes! If you're heading from Upington to Pietermaritzburg, you'll find buses departing until 9:00am and arriving the next day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Upington to Pietermaritzburg was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of US$34

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

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Upington to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34 which is on 2025-05-08.

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