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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth from £21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 45m	01:55	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	9h	17:25	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	23:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	8h 10m	08:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 45m	01:55	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 40m	09:25	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	23:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	8h 10m	08:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	9h	17:25	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 40m	09:25	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	23:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	8h 10m	08:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 40m	09:25	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	23:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	8h 10m	08:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	8h 40m	09:25	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	7h 40m	00:50	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	23:50	PIETERMARITZBURG - Mc Donalds Centre	8h 10m	08:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	No 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

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Butterworth?

Stops in Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
Intercape Office, 269 Burger St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa
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Stops in Butterworth

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Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,099 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44099 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at £18

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

Very bad, the bus was very late with 2 hrs, to n fro Pietermaritzburg. I was very disappointed😞

Milani C.

2 February 2024

The bus came late, and it was not in a good condition. We left Pietermaritzburg at 03h00 and few minutes later the bus stopped and we were told that we must get out of the bus it's burning. We had to wait for another bus until 05h00. We were not safe at all, very unhappy

Nolulamo N.

29 April 2023

The bus was delayed by 1hour and as a passenger I was not even informed, beats me why they take our contact details if they don't have the decency of letting us know when running late.

Anela M.

2 December 2019

Big Sky

3.5/53,070 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Based on 3070 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at £18

Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

The bus was too hot, no AC for four hours. The seats are too close to each other could not recline i was seating uncomfortable for 8+ hours

Sibonelo M.

13 May 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

The 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.