Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape MainlinerBus
Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
ButterworthCheapest
Big SkyBus
    Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    ButterworthFastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    ButterworthNo tags
    Big SkyBus
      Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
      ButterworthNo tags
      GreyhoundBus
      PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre
      Butterworth - High Street, Opposite EllerinesNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 02:51 SAST.

      Get from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      5bus per day
      8h 10mAverage duration
      230 milesDistance
      9kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth start from £18. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 230 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Big Sky.

      3. Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        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 3015 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth?

        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.

      Best price found
      27/11
      £20
      28/11
      £20
      Today
      £26
      30/11
      £28
      01/12
      £22
      02/12
      £24
      03/12
      £28
      04/12
      £24
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

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

      You can expect to pay from £20 to £58 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-01.

      Usually Intercape 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.

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