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Bus Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg: Trip Overview
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Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg
How much does it cost to go to Pietermaritzburg by bus?
The prices typically range from US$14 to US$61 on this trip, with the average ticket costing US$27. The exact cost can vary based on different factors such as the time of travel, the day of the week, and the coach service provider. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.
How long is a coach from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?
The coach journey between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg lasts about 6h 30m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 3h 30m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.
At what time is the first coach from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg?
The first coach to Pietermaritzburg from Johannesburg departs at 07:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg by coach?
The journey from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 276 miles (445 km).
What is the best way to go from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$62 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-05-22.
Usually MAINLINER, LUVALOBROTHERSTRANSPORT 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.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg.
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 Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
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.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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Popular Buses Connecting Johannesburg
Buses Leaving from Johannesburg
- Bus from Johannesburg to Pretoria
- Coach Johannesburg - Harare
- Bus Johannesburg - Kimberley
- Johannesburg - Gaborone
- Bus from Johannesburg to Upington
- Coach Johannesburg - Richards Bay
- Bus Johannesburg - Butterworth
- Johannesburg - Nelspruit
- Bus from Johannesburg to Queenstown
- Coach Johannesburg - Newcastle
- Bus Johannesburg - Matatiele
- Johannesburg - Hoedspruit
- Bus from Johannesburg to Polokwane
- Coach Johannesburg - King William’s Town
- Bus Johannesburg - George
Buses Going to Johannesburg
- Bus from Midrand to Johannesburg
- Coach Lenasia - Johannesburg
- Bus Lenasia South - Johannesburg
- Klerksdorp - Johannesburg
- Bus from Centurion to Johannesburg
- Coach Springs - Johannesburg
- Bus George - Johannesburg
- Nelspruit - Johannesburg
- Bus from Queenstown to Johannesburg
- Coach Pretoria - Johannesburg
- Bus Mount Frere - Johannesburg
- Postmasburg - Johannesburg
- Bus from Kuruman to Johannesburg
- Coach Kimberley - Johannesburg
- Bus Flagstaff - Johannesburg
Popular Buses Connecting Pietermaritzburg
Buses Leaving from Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Bloemfontein
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Durban
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Port Elizabeth
- Pietermaritzburg - East London
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Mthatha
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Ladysmith
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Pretoria
- Pietermaritzburg - Cape Town
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Empangeni
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Midrand
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Harrismith
- Pietermaritzburg - Vereeniging
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth
- Coach Pietermaritzburg - Kokstad
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Kimberley
Buses Going to Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Pretoria to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Cape Town - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Durban - Pietermaritzburg
- Richmond - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Mthatha to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach East London - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Welkom - Pietermaritzburg
- Midrand - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Richards Bay to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Potchefstroom - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus Bloemfontein - Pietermaritzburg
- Bloemhof - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Pinetown to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach Port Elizabeth - Pietermaritzburg
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Coach Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Bus Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Pretoria - Cape Town
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg
- Coach Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth
- Bus Johannesburg - Bloemfontein
- East London - Cape Town
- Bus from Johannesburg to Pietermaritzburg
- Coach East London - Johannesburg
- Bus Cape Town - East London
- Johannesburg - East London
- Bus from Cape Town to Pretoria
- Coach Queenstown - Cape Town
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg
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