How much is the bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown?

The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown start from £25. The average price for this route is around £32. 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 Grahamstown?

The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Intercape .

Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Big Sky .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown?

The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown?

A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown produces an estimated 14 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 Grahamstown?

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 Grahamstown?

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 Grahamstown?

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 Grahamstown?

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 Grahamstown from £22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown 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)	11h 55m	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	18:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	11h 55m	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	14h	22:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 20m	05:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	08:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	14h	22:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

Next departures from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown 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)	12h 20m	05:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	18:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	11h 55m	06:05	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	14h	22:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	17:10	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	12h 20m	05:30	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	08:25	Pietermaritzburg - Intercape Office, Burger Street (opposite McDonalds)	14h	22:25	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 18:30 SAST.

Get from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 20mAverage duration

342 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Pietermaritzburg and Grahamstown?

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 Grahamstown

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The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,120 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44120 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 £25

Intercape Mainliner Pietermaritzburg Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy the accident

Luhle Lungile T.

25 August 2025

I sat on a broken seat for over 12 hours. Was a terrible evening.

Clint L.

30 September 2022

Ubuhle obulaphaya

Bongukuhle Wiseman N.

20 June 2021

Big Sky

3.5/53,072 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Users report a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting punctuality and cleanliness. The drivers are described as professional, contributing to an enjoyable journey overall.

Big Sky Pietermaritzburg Grahamstown recent customer reviews

I enjoyed everything. The bus was on Tim, it's clean and the drivers are very professional.

Mbali N.

8 July 2025

The bus was on time and the drive pleasant

Thembekile M.

31 October 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown

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 Grahamstown?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown start from £25. The average price for this route is around £32. 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 Grahamstown?
The average bus journey time from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown?
A bus journey from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown produces an estimated 14 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 Grahamstown?
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 Grahamstown?
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 Grahamstown?
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 Grahamstown?
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

£37

28/11

£21

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30/11

£22

01/12

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02/12

£24

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The cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £41 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-11-30.

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.