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Today19 Jul
from US$175
Tomorrow20 Jul
from US$174
Mon21 Jul
from US$126
Tue22 Jul
from US$103
Wed23 Jul
from US$90
Thu24 Jul
from US$76
Fri25 Jul
from US$72
Sat26 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape MainlinerIntercape Mainliner
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Bellville - Intercape Office, 8 Mabel Street (turnoff from Durban Road)
    Operated by: Intercape Mainliner ExpressIntercape Mainliner Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)
    Arrival time: 21 July at
    Destination city: Cape Town
    Destination location: Unit 2 Intercape Office, Old Marine Drive (Cape Town Station)
    Operated by: Big SkyBig Sky
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure08:25
Distance761 miles
Latest bus departure17:10

Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Cape Town

  1. What's the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Cape Town by coach?

    The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Cape Town by coach is approximately 763 miles (1230 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/07
US$82
18/07
US$47
Today
US$173
20/07
US$172
21/07
US$124
22/07
US$101
23/07
US$87
24/07
US$74
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town was searched and found on 18 Jul 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$180 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$74, which is on 2025-07-24.

Usually MAINLINER EXPRESS, BIG SKY, MAINLINER 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 Pietermaritzburg and Cape Town!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Pietermaritzburg to Cape Town, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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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