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    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: Pietermaritzburg
    Departure location: PIETERMARITZBURG - SHOP 2 MCDONALDS CENTRE , BURGER STREET, PIETERMARITZBURG, 3201
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Johannesburg South
    Destination location: JOHANNESBURG SOUTH - SOUTHGATE MALL MCDONALDS, RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MONDEOR, JOHANNESBURG SOUTH, 2091
    Operated by: Intercity XpressIntercity Xpress
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Bus Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration8h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure09:40
Distance273 miles

Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg South

  1. What's the distance between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg South by coach?

    The distance between Pietermaritzburg and Johannesburg South by coach is approximately 275 miles (443 km).

  2. How can I travel from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. 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.

Best price found
11/07
US$19
12/07
US$19
Today
US$22
14/07
US$20
15/07
US$20
16/07
US$20
17/07
US$19
18/07
US$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South was searched and found on 12 Jul 2025 with a price of US$19

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

You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$22 for a bus ticket from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg South based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-07-17.

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Did you know?

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